Lucknow, Oct. 15 -- International Ramlila featuring artists from Russia, Thailand, Indonesia, Nepal and Sri Lanka will be the hallmark of grand confluence of cultures on this Deepotsav in Ayodhya.

Around 90 international artistes will bring the Ramayan to life, blending their native art forms with India's timeless heritage.

According to Ashutosh Dwivedi, advisor and special officer of the Ayodhya International Ramayana and Vedic Research Institute, the international Ramlila will be held from October 17 to 20.

Deepotsav will be celebrated this year on October 19.

The aim, he said, is not only to preserve the sacred tradition of Ramlila but also to celebrate global cultural harmony rooted in Indian values.

These performances promise an...