
‘Ayodhya Ram Mandir' exhibition shut down after objections from Hindu organisations
The scheduled event of 'Sree Seetha Rama Kalyanam' on July 29 was also reportedly called off after serious objections from the members of the Sadhu Parishad and Hindu organisations.
It may be remembered that the controversy began when the exhibition organisers reportedly announced plans to conduct 'Sree Seetha Rama Kalyanam' on July 29, charging around ₹3,000 a ticket for a couple.
They also allegedly claimed that priests from Bhadrachalam would be participating in the event. In response to their advertisement, the Bhadrachalam Devasthanam responded to the unauthorised use of their name and stated that they are not attending any such event.
A formal complaint was submitted to the Endowments Department, which in turn approached the local police. Subsequently, the III Town Police served notices on the organisers.
A few days ago, Andhra Pradesh Sadhu Parishad members inspected the model and raised serious objections about the commercialisation of the temple. They strongly objected at collection of ₹50 entry fees and additional charges for prasadams, stalls and sponsorships.
They also condemned the plan to conduct a paid 'Sree Seetha Rama Kalyanam' and also warned to stage a protest if the management organises the Kalyanam, charging money.
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