Ayodhya’s newly built Ram Mandir has not only become one of the country’s busiest pilgrimage centres but also entered the list of India’s richest temples. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust announced that the temple recorded a total income of ₹327.07 crore in FY 2024–25, placing it as the fourth-highest earning temple in India within its very first year of operations.

Of the temple’s total income, donations contributed around ₹153 crore. Devotees from across India and abroad made offerings, showing the deep faith of Ram Bhakts. Alongside, the trust also generated ₹173 crore as interest income, which officials said reflects efficient management of temple funds.

The temple, inaugurated after decades of anticipation, has turned Ayodhya into a major pilgrimage and cultural hub. With lakhs of devotees visiting daily, the temple’s rapid rise in earnings shows both its spiritual and economic impact. Officials say the funds will be used to expand facilities, including guest houses, medical services, and digital seva options.

In the list of India’s richest temples, Tirumala Tirupati Balaji continues to hold the top spot, followed by Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Vaishno Devi Shrine. The fact that Ram Mandir entered the top four within just one financial year is being seen as remarkable. Experts believe the rising revenues will further strengthen Ayodhya’s position as a global centre for spiritual tourism.

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