Ayodhya remained under an extensive security blanket on the 33 rd anniversary of the demolition of the Babri Masjid on Saturday, with no organised political or religious mobilisations—a sharp contrast to earlier years when rival groups marked the day with symbolic demonstrations.

Security personnel were on high alert and carried out checking drives across the holy town, especially around the newly constructed Ram temple, railway station, bus stands and major roads, and other sensitive areas in Uttar Pradesh, including Varanasi and Mathura, with mosque-temple disputes, stopping vehicles at multiple checkpoints, verifying IDs and strengthening vigil.

“December 6 is always a sensitive date for Ayodhya. This year, we are ensuring no breach of peace or security,” said Superintendent of Poli

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