Ayodhya Deepotsav 2024 Preparations Underway for Grand Celebration
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 8th Deepotsav in Ayodhya |
| Organizer | Uttar Pradesh Government under the guidance of the Chief Minister |
| Key Highlights | - 18 tableaux depicting pivotal moments in Lord Ram's life |
| - Events include marriage, exile, and victory over Ravana | |
| - 11 tableaux by the Information Department | |
| - 7 tableaux by the Tourism Department based on Ram Charit Manas | |
| - Extensive city-wide illumination | |
| Cultural Context | Ramlila, a performance of the Ramayana epic during Dussehra |
| Significant Locations | Ayodhya, Ramnagar, Benares, Vrindavan, Almora, Sattna, Madhubani |
| Literary Basis | Based on Ramcharitmanas composed by Tulsidas in the 16th century AD |