The BRICS TimesA spectacular 32-foot-tall Pushpak Viman at Ram Ki Paidi is the main attraction of Ayodhya’s record-breaking Deepotsav celebrations.
Ayodhya Prepares for Grand Deepotsav
The temple city of Ayodhya is gearing up for Deepotsav 2025. A massive 2.8 million lamps will light up 56 ghats. These ghats line the sacred Sarayu River. This grand celebration will draw both locals and tourists. It promises a spectacular cultural display.
Massive Volunteer Effort and Pushpak Viman
About 33,000 volunteers are preparing the ghats. They include students, teachers, and city residents. News agency ANI reported their efforts. A key highlight is the 32-foot-tall Pushpak Viman. It is installed right at Ram Ki Paidi. This installation shows scenes from the Ramayana. It offers a truly immersive visitor experience.
Security and Safety Measures
Authorities have put strict security in place. Safety measures are also being enforced. Volunteers receive ID cards and special T-shirts. Access to the ghats needs proper identification. Food safety teams are also checking the festival areas.
Call for Swadeshi Products
Saint Diwakaracharya Ji Maharaj boosted the festive mood. He called Diwali a truly special festival. He then urged everyone to buy Swadeshi products. “Shri Ram has been seated in the grand Ram Temple after 500 years,” he told ANI. “We brought earthen lamps from local potters, making all arrangements.” He promised, “This Diwali truly promises to be remarkable.” He noted that both saints and people are actively involved. Participation is from Ayodhya and all of India.
Morning Rituals and Festive Spirit
Locals and saints in Ayodhya are backing the use of Swadeshi goods. They promote this for this year’s Diwali. Mahamandaleshwar Vishnu Das Ji Maharaj spoke to the news agency. He described the morning rituals. They began with lamps and sacred mantras. Devotees prepared for the Diwali festival. “We performed puja in the Bhamaro following Swasti mantras and sacred rules,” he explained. “First, a lamp was placed for Lord Ram.” Then one was lit for the Saryu River. Scriptures call Saryu the elder sister of Ram. Lamps were also set for Hanuman Ji, Mata Adi Shakti Maa Bhagwati Sita Ji, and the Ram Darbar. He concluded, “This is the start of lamp laying on the Saryu banks. It heralds a historic Diwali celebration in Ayodhya.”
Akshay Didwaniya
