Ayodhya, March 27 -- Security has been intensified at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on Friday as massive crowds of devotees arrive to offer prayers on the occasion of Navami, the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri.

ADG Lucknow Zone, Praveen Kumar, said that comprehensive safety measures are in place to manage the surge in pilgrims, with authorities utilising drones and a vast network of CCTV cameras.

Speaking to ANI, Kumar said, "Devotees have been arriving in large numbers to offer prayers at the temple. Proper security arrangements have been made. The security is being monitored with the help of drones and CCTV cameras."

The nine-day festival, also known as Ram Navratri, concludes on Ram Navami, which marks the birthday of Lord Ram. Thr...