Ayodhya | Over 17 lakh earthen lamps were lit on the banks of the Saryu river in Ayodhya, offering a panoramic view that looked like a ‘heaven on earth’. The reflection of the diyas in the Saryu river created an enchanting sight, accompanied by a laser show that lit up the skies. Slogans of ‘Jai Shri Ram’ started echoing everywhere in Ayodhya.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lit five ghee lamps in the Ram Janmabhoomi temple. The lighting of diyas is a symbol of ‘Deepotsav’.
Soon after reaching Ayodhya on Sunday evening, PM Modi visited the Ram Janmabhoomi temple, where he offered prayers and then inspected the construction work at the temple site. He was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. PM Modi first lit a ‘diya’ and interacted with the team involved in the construction of the temple.
After this the Prime Minister went to Ram Katha Park where he performed ‘abhishek’ of Lord Ram. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said that Lord Ram belongs to the whole country and it is the duty of every countryman to follow the path shown by Lord Ram. He said that everyone should learn from Lord Ram how to give respect and keep everyone together.
Our Constitution also talks about inclusion and fundamental rights and duties, he said. This Diwali is special for all of us, as it is going on ‘Amrit Kaal’, that is, 75 years of independence have been completed.
He said that cultural development leads to all round development. Examples are Nishad Raj Park and Queen Ho Memorial. Such development will not only strengthen the relations between the people but will also generate employment.
At the same time, the Chief Minister said that with the inspiration of the Prime Minister, he started the Deepotsav program in 2017 and this program has become bigger with every passing year. He said that the Kashi Vishwanath Dham Corridor and the upcoming Krishna Corridor in Mathura are also such projects, which are being completed with the inspiration of the Prime Minister.
Modi then performed ‘aarti’ on the banks of the river Saryu, after which people got to see an enchanting laser show.
