Ayodhya DM Nikhil Funde Faces High Court Ire Over Land Dispute, Administrative Powers Questioned

• 2014 batch IAS officer Nikhil Tikaram Funde is the current DM of Ayodhya, a key VIP seat in Uttar Pradesh.
• The Allahabad High Court recently expressed strong displeasure over the Ayodhya administration's handling of an illegal land occupation case involving a widowed woman.
• The court criticized the administration for abusing powers, not providing compensation, and ignoring directives, fining the then District Magistrate.
• IAS Funde, an engineer by background, is known for his strict work style and transparency, previously serving as DM Chandauli and Municipal Commissioner Agra.
• The High Court's remarks serve as a warning to Funde, especially as Ayodhya faces rising land disputes post-Ram Temple construction.

Why It Matters: Ayodhya DM Nikhil Funde faces scrutiny after Allahabad High Court reprimands administration for land dispute mishandling.