Ayodhya Ram Mandir doubles free Sugam Darshan passes to 2,000 a day
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The Ram Mandir trust in Ayodhya has raised daily online Sugam Darshan passes from 975 to 2,000 and plans 90-day advance booking with same-day tatkal passes.
What Happened
The trust that runs the Ram temple in Ayodhya has more than doubled the number of free online Sugam Darshan passes it issues each day, from 975 to 2,000, according to reports on October 18 and 19, 2026. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust has also announced a new booking system under which devotees will be able to apply up to 90 days before their visit, in place of the earlier 15-day window, with passes released in several advance stages and a separate same-day tatkal quota. The higher daily quota is already in effect, while the phased booking and verification system will be introduced gradually after software changes and testing. The trust has stressed that the passes are free and should be booked only through its official website.
Key Facts
- Daily online Sugam Darshan passes raised from 975 to 2,000, already in effect.
- Advance booking window to be extended to 90 days from the earlier 15 days.
- Passes to be released in stages, with seven advance slots and one same-day tatkal slot, according to reports.
- Advance applicants are to be told of the decision within 24 to 48 hours after verification; tatkal passes are to be confirmed instantly.
- The phased booking and verification system will be rolled out progressively after software changes and testing.
- Passes are free; the trust has warned devotees not to pay anyone and to book only through its official portal.
Why It Matters
For families travelling to Ayodhya from far away, getting a planned darshan slot matters. A 15-day booking window made it hard for pilgrims to plan long train journeys, hotel stays and leave from work. A 90-day window lets devotees fix their darshan at the same time as their travel plans, which is how most families plan a pilgrimage.
The bigger daily quota matters just as much. Doubling the number of online passes, from 975 to 2,000, means many more devotees can get an assured time slot instead of standing in long general queues. The same-day tatkal option keeps some flexibility for those who decide to visit at short notice, while the staged release of advance passes is meant to stop all slots being snapped up the moment booking opens.
The trust's warning about payment is a practical one. By insisting that passes are free and available only on its own portal, the trust is trying to protect pilgrims from being cheated.
| What | Before | Now or planned |
|---|---|---|
| Daily online Sugam Darshan passes | 975 | 2,000 (in effect) |
| Advance booking window | 15 days | Up to 90 days (phased roll-out) |
| Release of passes | Single window | Seven advance stages plus a same-day tatkal slot |
| Cost | Free | Free |
Impact
Short-term: More devotees can get online Sugam Darshan passes right away, which should help during the festival season. Those planning visits further ahead should watch the trust's official portal for when the 90-day booking opens.
Long-term: Better spread-out bookings could ease crowding at the temple and help Ayodhya's hotels, transport operators and local businesses plan for visitor numbers in advance.
Who is affected: Devotees planning to visit the Ram temple in Ayodhya; elderly pilgrims and families who need assured time slots; local hotels, guides and transport operators; and temple and district administrators managing crowds.
Key Takeaway
Ayodhya's Ram temple has doubled free online Sugam Darshan passes to 2,000 a day and is moving to 90-day advance booking with a same-day tatkal option, making visits easier to plan.
Questions and Answers
How many Sugam Darshan passes does the Ram Mandir issue each day now?
The trust has raised the daily online quota from 975 to 2,000 passes, and the increase is already in effect.
How far in advance can I book Ram Mandir Sugam Darshan?
The trust plans to allow bookings up to 90 days ahead, up from 15 days, but this phased system will be introduced gradually after software changes and testing. Check the official portal for when it opens.
Is there a same-day option for Ram Mandir darshan passes?
Yes. The new system includes a same-day tatkal slot, and tatkal passes are to be confirmed instantly.
Do Sugam Darshan passes cost money?
No. The passes are free. The trust has warned devotees not to pay anyone and to book only through its official website.
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