Category: Uttar Pradesh

Addressing the 10th Ayodhya Deepotsav, Vice-President recalls sacrifices made during the Ram Temple movement; praises Yogi government’s law and order record and UP’s development Ayodhya: Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan described the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple as a symbol of Hindu self-respect, recalling the sacrifices made by devotees, saints and religious leaders during the centuries-long struggle for the temple’s construction. Addressing the 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 as the chief guest at Ram Katha Park, he said the Ram Janmabhoomi had remained a centre of faith and unfulfilled aspirations for millions of…

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Chief Minister honours sanitation workers, boatmen, Nishad community members and councillors for their contribution to Deepotsav arrangements Ayodhya: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called upon the people of Ayodhya to protect the city’s cultural heritage, cleanliness and public infrastructure, saying that preserving the dignity of Lord Ram’s city was a collective responsibility. Addressing a Diwali Milan programme organised at the Nishad settlement near Ram Ghat Halt, the Chief Minister said Ayodhya had undergone a transformation and must continue to maintain its identity as a clean, beautiful, well-organised and dignified city. Referring…

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4,727 Solar Plants Installed Against Target of 8,256 Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme; MSMEs and Institutions to Be Encouraged to Adopt Solar Power Sonbhadra: Uttar Pradesh’s major energy-producing district, Sonbhadra, is preparing to strengthen its position in the renewable energy sector, with a renewed push towards rooftop solar installations and wider adoption of clean energy. The district administration, banking institutions and industrial representatives are working together to expand the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and encourage households, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and educational institutions to shift…

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Ayodhya: The famous Hanumangarhi temple in Ayodhya has been decorated with flowers and colourful lights ahead of Hanuman Jayanti. Special prayers and religious ceremonies have been planned for the occasion, with this year’s celebrations featuring a rare attraction — ancient jewellery believed to have been gifted to Lord Hanuman by Mata Janaki (Sita). The traditional ornaments will be used for the special ceremonial adornment of Bajrangbali. Special rituals are scheduled from midnight, while devotees have been arriving at the temple since early morning. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appealed to people across the state to extend the joy of Diwali to underprivileged families and ensure that no household is left out of the festive celebrations. In his Diwali greetings, the Chief Minister urged people to help economically weaker families according to their means and make them part of the festivities. He also called upon residents to purchase earthen lamps, cotton wicks and other locally made products to support potters, artisans and traditional craftsmen. Yogi said Diwali should not be limited…

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Ayodhya: The holy city of Ayodhya woke up to a festive glow on Saturday as Deepotsav celebrations got under way, with folk culture, music and colour spilling across the city. Cultural programmes have been going on since early morning, and the mood along the banks of the Saryu is one of anticipation and devotion. The Ramnagri has been dressed up for the occasion. Streets, ghats and public spaces have been decorated, and the Saryu riverfront looks especially striking with its artistic decorations. Visitors arriving since morning have been greeted by…

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Gonda: Spreading the message that festivals become meaningful when their happiness reaches every section of society, the Marwari Yuva Manch, Gonda, and its Gonda Devipatan branch jointly organised an initiative titled ‘Anand Sabke Liye’ (Happiness for All) at a school in Belwa Lonianpurwa village. Held on Tuesday evening, the programme brought Diwali celebrations to around 50 economically disadvantaged families, comprising nearly 450 people. Essential household items, clothes, festive supplies and sweets were distributed among the beneficiaries to help them celebrate the festival with joy and dignity. The initiative brought smiles…

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Ayodhya: The 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 is set to offer devotees an immersive glimpse of the Treta Yuga, with grand installations depicting episodes from the Ramayana being prepared across the holy city. A 30-foot-long Pushpak Viman and an elaborate Ram Darbar at Ram Ki Paidi, along with a magnificent Ram Rath at Ram Katha Park, will be among the major attractions. The Tourism Department is overseeing the preparations, with skilled artisans from Bengal and other states working round the clock to complete the installations. According to representatives of…

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Ayodhya: The 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 will showcase a unique blend of faith, art and cultural diversity, with a grand sand sculpture of Lord Ram’s Darbar emerging as one of its major attractions. Created using 220 tonnes of sand sourced from the Saryu river, the 50-foot-long and 20-foot-high installation is being crafted near Ram Katha Park by internationally acclaimed sand artist Madhurendra Kumar from Bihar. The magnificent artwork will feature the Ram Temple along with sculptures of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman. Through this creation, the…

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