Ayodhya Gears Up for First 'Deepotsav' After Ram Temple Opening, Aims To Set New World Record

Ayodhya: Preparations for eighth edition of Deepotsav in Ayodhya are in ir final sts with plans afoot to illuminate city with 28 lakh earn lamps on October 30, officials said Tuesday.

police and civic ministration have implemented robust security measures monitored by Director General of Police (DGP) Prashant Kumar for celebrations.

Chief Minister Yogi ityanath 's office, in a social media post, said, " preparations for Deepotsav are in final sts... work of placing lamps is ongoing... trials for laser, sound, and drone shows are in progress." event this year holds special significance since this is first Deepotsav since consecration of Ram Lalla idol at temple.

Deepotsav aims to showcase spiritual, tritional, and cultural essence of holy city, with performances by artists from six countries -- Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Indonesia -- along with a Ram Leela presentation from Uttarakhand.

ditionally, various artists from different states will st ir performances at event.

In a table initiative, Animal Husbandry Department has pledged to light 1,50,000 "Gau Deep" during festivities. This was symbolically presented to Chief Minister Yogi ityanath by Animal Husbandry Minister Dharmapal Singh.

To ensure cleanliness and environmental awareness, special lamps that minimize soot and pollution will be used at Ram Janmabhoomi temple. More than 30,000 volunteers will assist in decorating ghats on October 30.

state government's spokesperson emphasised that se specially designed lamps will protect temple structure from stains and will provide long-lasting illumination.

entire temple complex will be orned with flowers, and efforts will be me to convey a mess of environmental protection during this year's Deepotsav.

state information department has arranged a live brocast of entire event. LED walls and vans will be set up across Ayodhya to showcase celebrations, and city will be orned with flower garlands and attractive lighting. All events along Ram Ki Paidi will be brocast live on Doordarshan and social media platforms.

District Information Officer Santosh Dwivedi said arrangements for LED walls and vans have been me at 20 locations throughout city, ensuring grandeur of festival is visible to all.

Security measures are tight with 17 routes leing to Ram Ki Paidi being closed to public, allowing access only to pass holders. Police personnel will be stationed along se routes to maintain order.

Anil Mishra, a trustee of Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, stated, "We've divided temple complex into several sections, with specific responsibilities for illuminating every corner." Retired Inspector General of Police Ashu Shukla has been appointed to oversee decoration efforts and ensure that lamps do t stain or dam temple's structure.

Mishra also mentioned that to maintain cleanliness, "we are using wax lamps outside main building to minimize dirt and pollution." To ensure a safe and peaceful celebration, Senior Superintendent of Police Rajkaran Nair held a review meeting with officials, discussing plans for deploying necessary security forces, including ATS, STF, and CRPF commandos to secure temple and surrounding areas.