New Delhi, Oct. 27 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has described Ayodhya's 10th Deepotsav as a celebration of the city's development and cultural revival, saying the festival reflects efforts to reconnect the temple town with its religious and historical heritage. In a post on X, he said Ayodhya was preparing to welcome the annual event with illuminated riverbanks, Ramayana tableaux, processions and cultural performances.

Adityanath said the lights along the Sarayu would create a striking spectacle, while tableaux and performances would bring episodes from the Ramayana to life. He described each lamp as a symbol of devotion to Lord Ram and the heritage of Sanatan culture. The chief minister said Deepotsav began in 2017 wi...