New Delhi, Nov. 2 -- Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday highlighted the changes in Ayodhya since 2017, saying the city had moved from a period of neglect and inadequate civic infrastructure to one marked by development projects and growing opportunities for residents.

In a post on X, Adityanath described Ayodhya as the birthplace of civilisation, a centre of cultural heritage and a lasting symbol of faith. He said that before 2017, the city had faced neglect, poor civic arrangements and what he termed the "acidic sting of appeasement". The chief minister added that travel for devotees was difficult, civic facilities were in a poor condition and local families had limited opportunities.

He credited Prime Minister Nare...