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Temple Trust's Land Purchase in Ayodhya Sparks Controversy

By NDP newsroom

Official records reveal that the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust acquired two parcels of land in Ayodhya on March 18, 2021, for significantly different prices. The first plot, measuring 1.208 hectares, was bought for ₹18.5 crore, while the second plot of 1.037 hectares was directly purchased from the same owners for ₹8 crore.

Details of the Transactions:

  1. Larger Parcel (1.208 hectares):

    • Sold to property dealer Ravi Mohan Tiwari and Sultan Ansari for ₹2 crore by Harish and Kusum Pathak.
    • Immediately sold by Tiwari and Ansari to the Trust for ₹18.5 crore.

  2. Smaller Parcel (1.037 hectares):

    • Directly purchased by the Trust from the Pathaks for ₹8 crore.

Allegations of Fraud:

The transactions have drawn criticism from political parties like the Samajwadi Party and Aam Aadmi Party, alleging corruption due to the drastic price difference. The Trust maintains that all transactions were transparent and justified the rates by citing the land's prime location adjacent to a road slated for four-lane expansion.

Historical Context and Ownership:

  • The land parcels (Gata Numbers 242, 243, 244, and 246) had a history of agreements dating back to 2011. Agreements were made with various parties over the years but often canceled.
  • In November 2017, the Pathaks acquired the land for ₹2 crore.
  • In 2019, they entered an agreement to sell the land for the same amount, which was later canceled.
  • On March 18, 2021, these agreements were finalized, and the land was sold at much higher prices.

Response from the Trust:

The Trust defended the purchase, stating the higher price was due to the land's increased value post-Supreme Court verdict and the location's significance for the Ram Temple project. The Trust clarified that the transactions ensured clear ownership titles, avoiding any future disputes.

Public Reaction and Land Boom:

The controversy highlights Ayodhya's escalating real estate market, fueled by the Ram Temple project. The area has seen a surge in land purchases, with registration documents increasing from 7,126 in 2019-20 to 8,603 in 2020-21.

As scrutiny over the Trust's land acquisitions intensifies, transparency and accountability remain critical in managing public faith and the project’s integrity.

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