Ram Lalla sculptor Arun Yogiraj denied US visa for 3-day conference

In a disappointing development for Indians in America, renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj, the man who carved the Ram Lalla idol installed at the newly constructed Ram temple in Ayodhya, had his visa cancelled on technical grounds.

“The US consulate rejected my visa, gave me a note/slip, and told me to check online as to why the visa was rejected,” Yogiraj told News18.

The sculptor expressed his disappointment at not being able to participate in the events or experience the art and culture of the United States. However, he does not plan to reapply for the visa due to a lack of time and the difficulty in securing another appointment.