The 10th edition of Deepotsav in Ayodhya , on Saturday, aims to create a world record with 30 lakh diyas. 2,100 drones, laser show, and around 2,500 performers.
2,500 artists to perform, laser show
A grand 2,500-square-foot ceremonial installation is being created at Ram Ki Paidi to welcome the deities. Renowned Bihar-based artist Madhurendra Kumar is crafting a divine darbar using 220 tonnes of sand from the Saryu river. Around 2,500 artists will perform across 12 stages. The programme also includes an eight-minute laser show, a 20-minute projection mapping presentation and musical fireworks. A procession of 22 tableaux based on the seven kands of the epic will include Ram Rath, Ram Darbar and Pushpak Viman.
The Ram Katha Park will be decorated with lotuses, kalash and diyas. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will enter the main event venue at Ram Katha Park through this route. Artists have showcased their creativity and skills with impressive designs in form of Rangoli featuring various religious and traditional motifs. The display will feature the Shri Ram Temple along with images of the divine family. The floating stage will portray Shri Ram’s return to Ayodhya through dance, music and Hindi narration. The laser show has been an special attraction during the Deepotsav. Ramlila troupes from South Africa, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Laos and Thailand will perform during the festival.
