Ayodhya: Deepotsav 2025 transformed Ram Ki Paidi into a breathtaking fusion of devotion and cutting-edge technology, offering spectators an unforgettable experience. Chief Minister and Gorakshpeethadheeshwar Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the celebrations by lighting the ceremonial lamps alongside saints and ministers, setting the tone for an evening where ancient faith met modern innovation.
The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department presented a spectacular 3D Ramayana projection mapping performance, accompanied by a grand laser show that brought the life of Lord Ram vividly to life. From Bal Kand to Lanka Kand and Uttar Kand, every episode of the epic was portrayed through visuals, music, and live performances, leaving the audience spellbound.
As the chants of “Jai Shri Ram” echoed across the holy city, Ayodhya felt transported back to the Treta Yuga. The atmosphere, filled with devotion, light, and emotion, resembled a divine descent of spirituality—an “adhyatmik varsha” (spiritual rain) in its truest sense.
Every Kand of the Ramayana Comes Alive
At the main venue, thousands of devotees and guests witnessed mesmerizing cultural performances depicting all seven Kands of the Ramayana. Artists narrated the sacred episodes with grace and emotion, evoking thunderous applause. The soulful rendition of “Ramraj hai phir se lana…” had the entire audience recording the moment on their phones. The chants of “Shri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Shri Ram” reverberated throughout the city.
1100 Indigenous Drones Paint Ramayana in the Sky
In a historic visual marvel, 1100 indigenously developed drones lit up the night sky with stunning formations showcasing key moments from the Ramayana. Drone displays depicted Lord Ram with his bow, Ram-Sita-Lakshman, Lord Hanuman, Pushpak Viman, the Ram Temple, and the sacred ‘Jai Shri Ram’ script, captivating millions. The sky became a canvas of devotion, and hearts across Ayodhya swelled with pride. Spectators praised the Yogi government and the Tourism Department for blending spirituality with futuristic technology.
Ayodhya Dances to the Name of Lord Ram
The cultural programs at Ram Ki Paidi featured devotional songs such as “Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram,” “Dasharath Nandan Raghuvar Ram,” “Ayodhya Nayak Prabhu Shri Ram,” and more. The entire city swayed to the rhythm of Ram Bhakti, as if witnessing Treta Yuga unfold in modern times.
Dignitaries Join the Devotion
The lamp-lighting ceremony saw the presence of prominent saints and dignitaries, including Jagadguru Raghavacharya Ji Maharaj, Cabinet Ministers Surya Pratap Shahi, Jayveer Singh, Sanjay Nishad, Rakesh Sachan, Satish Chandra Sharma, Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi, District Panchayat Chairperson Roli Singh, MLAs Ved Prakash Gupta and Ramchandra Yadav, among many others.
A Symbol of Yogi Government’s Vision
Deepotsav 2025 stood as a shining symbol of the Yogi Adityanath government’s commitment to preserving faith while embracing modernity. With devotion on the ground and technology in the sky, Ayodhya emerged not just as a city of lamps—but as the living heart of India’s spiritual heritage and innovation.
Ayodhya didn’t just celebrate Deepotsav… it witnessed history.
