Saharanpur, Sept. 2 -- Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), asserting that administrative missteps and financial disputes surrounding Ram Temple management have impacted the sacred sentiment of religious believers.

Speaking to the reporters, the SP chief noted that the situation regarding the new trustees and the CEO of Ram Temple Trust presents a major challenge to its governance following recent investigative probes.

He added that while trust decisions ultimately rest with the government and the board, underlining that the recent controversies have eroded public trust.

"I cannot say anything on this matter. This decision rests with the government. The trust takes its own decis...