In a significant move ahead of Diwali, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirth Kshetra Trust has announced that there will be no Chinese decorative items allowed on the Ram Janmabhoomi campus during the festive celebrations.
Champat Rai, the general secretary of the Trust, made it clear that items such as Chinese lights would not be permitted, reinforcing a push for indigenous decor in the temple complex.
This year's Diwali celebrations at Ram Mandir promise to be grand and memorable, marking the first festival after the temple's opening on January 22. The Trust is planning extensive arrangements to make this Diwali special for devotees and visitors alike.
To enhance the festive atmosphere, around 200,000 earthen lamps, or diyas, will be lit around the temple area, creating a beautiful and serene environment that reflects the spirit of the occasion.
Renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra has been commissioned to create specially designed outfits for Ram Lalla and his brothers, adding a unique touch to the celebrations.
This choice underscores the Trust's commitment to elevating the festive experience and ensuring that every detail is thoughtfully curated. The outfits will not only highlight the significance of the occasion but also celebrate Indian craftsmanship.
In addition to the main temple, the Janmabhoomi path leading to the temple will be adorned with diyas and decorative lights. Special offerings, or bhog, will be presented to the deity during all four artis on Diwali, allowing devotees to partake in the spiritual aspect of the celebrations.
Acharya Satyendra Das, the head priest of Ram Lalla, will lead Vedic rituals along with other priests, ensuring that traditional practices are upheld during this auspicious time.
To further enhance the festive ambience, the Uttar Pradesh state tourism department is planning an elaborate scheme to beautify Ayodhya. This will involve lighting diyas along the ghats of the Sarayu River, decorating the riverbank, and organising cultural performances and festivities. The vision is to recreate the joyous scenes of Lord Shri Rama's return to Ayodhya, a momentous event celebrated by the people.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has set an ambitious target of lighting 2.5 million diyas during this Deepotsav, aiming to create a new Guinness World Record.
This initiative not only seeks to celebrate the festival in a spectacular way but also promotes unity and collective effort among the citizens of Ayodhya and beyond.
The desire to achieve this world record adds an extra layer of excitement to the celebrations, inviting people from different regions to participate and contribute.
The decision to ban Chinese items reflects a growing sentiment towards promoting local products and supporting the Indian economy. It aligns with broader national initiatives aimed at reducing reliance on foreign goods and encouraging self-sufficiency. By focusing on indigenous items, the Trust hopes to foster a sense of pride in local craftsmanship and traditions.
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