Thousands gather in Ayodhya to light lamps for grand Deepotsav festival
Grand Deepotsav celebrations commenced in Ayodhya along the Saryu River, with thousands of volunteers lighting over 30 lakh earthen lamps. The event saw participation from Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister, Governor, and the Vice President of India. Traditional rituals such as the Saryu Aarti and a ceremonial welcome for Ram, Sita, and Lakshman were held. The festival included a laser show depicting the Ramayana accompanied by firecrackers. Devotees and visitors from across India and abroad attended the illuminated festivities, highlighting the cultural importance of Deepotsav in Ayodhya.
Traditional rituals such as the Saryu Aarti and a ceremonial welcome for Ram, Sita, and Lakshman were held. The festival included a laser show depicting the Ramayana accompanied by firecrackers.
Devotees and visitors from across India and abroad attended the illuminated festivities, highlighting the cultural importance of Deepotsav in Ayodhya.