Ayodhya, Jan. 25 -- A bomb blast threat was reported at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Saturday night triggering a security alert. Security was tightened across the temple complex and surrounding areas, officials confirmed on Sunday.

According to officials, the threat was received around 10:30 pm via an emergency call made to the 112 helpline. Acting swiftly, the police traced and detained the caller, who is reportedly a resident of Gonda district.

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