Ayodhya Deepotsav: Over 3.6 million diyas illuminate Saryu ghats in 10th edition
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kvtYjEhs Ayodhya Deepotsav: Over 3.6 million diyas illuminate Saryu ghats in 10th edition Ayodhya hosted the 10th edition of its Deepotsav celebrations on Saturday, led by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. More than 3.6 million diyas illuminated 56 ghats along the Saryu River, supported by over 35,000 volunteers.
The festivities featured a floral welcome from a helicopter for characters depicting Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, and Lakshman aboard a Pushpak Viman, followed by a symbolic coronation ceremony at Ram Katha Park. Over 2,100 indigenous drones, 3D projection mapping, and laser shows lit up the night sky alongside cultural performances and fireworks.
Vice President C P Radhakrishnan and Governor Anandiben Patel attended the celebrations, with the Vice President joining CM Adityanath to perform the Saryu Aarti. The Hindu 79 9:16
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