Ayodha hosts Deepotsav, CM Yogi Adityanath attends
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— CM Office, GoUP (@CMOfficeUP) October 18, 2017
Key political leaders, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, were present in the town to be a part of the festivity.
The key moment of the evening was when actors, dressed as Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshman, arrived in a government chopper and landed on the banks of the river Saryu when the CM welcomed them with flowers and marigold garlands.
The entire act represented the mythical homecoming of Lord Ram after his victory over Ravana.
According to reports, 1.75 lakh earthen lamps will be lit for the evening aarti
which will be performed in the evening.
Speaking at the event, the CM said the aim of the programme was to show the world the grand Diwali celebration of Ayodha.
India is gearing up to celebrate Diwali this week.
Image: UP government Chief Minister Office
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