The Ayodhya Bar Association has lodged a complaint against Champat Rai, Anil Mishra, and Gopal Rao over alleged embezzlement of Ram Mandir donations, prompting protests by lawyers.

Ayodhya lawyers unanimously refuse to represent embezzlement accused, imposing a hefty fine on any who do.

Any lawyer who represents them will be fined Rs 5 lakh, the president of the association said.