Ayodhya's Transformation Under BJP Leaves Some Feeling Neglected
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters India
The upcoming opening of a grand Hindu temple in Ayodhya, India, is sparking an economic boom in the city, with hotels and real estate firms investing heavily in anticipation of increased tourism. However, some locals, particularly Muslims and the poor, feel neglected and left out of the development. Land prices have soared, displacing residents and offering scant compensation. The Muslim community, which was promised suitable land for a new mosque, feels excluded from the downtown development. Despite this, hospitality groups and property developers see significant opportunities in Ayodhya, which is expected to become a pilgrimage destination for India's Hindu population.