On the holy occasion of Deepotsav, every citizen should light lamps in their homes: Yogi Adityanath

According to an India Today report, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appealed to citizens that when lamps are lit at the Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya, everyone should also light lamps in their homes and courtyards. Ayodhya is fully prepared for its tenth Deepotsav, and he described this festival as a celebration of faith, cultural pride, and the resurgence of Sanatan consciousness.

Sharing a message on the social media platform 'X' on Friday, the Chief Minister extended Diwali greetings to the people and congratulated them on the tenth Deepotsav. He stated that when lamps are lit at the Sri Ram Janmabhoomi, every citizen should also light lamps in their respective homes and courtyards.

Situated on the banks of the Sarayu River, this holy city is preparing to witness yet another grand celebration, where lakhs of earthen lamps are arranged to illuminate the entire city. Stating that Ayodhya is equipped for the festival, the Chief Minister called this celebration a confluence of happiness, pride, and devotion. He said that every particle of Avadhpuri is filled with joy today and throbs with devotion, uniting the faith of lakhs of devotees and the enthusiasm surrounding the holy city.

On this auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister warmly welcomed the Vice President, ambassadors, high commissioners, diplomats from friendly countries, distinguished guests, and devotees who have arrived in Ayodhya. He stated that the presence of these dignitaries will make this festival—which expresses social harmony, cultural unity, and the idea of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'—historical and memorable.

Speaking about the lamp, the Chief Minister considered it more than just an earthen lamp, calling it a symbol of awareness and consciousness. He added in his statement that for ages, this lamp has taught us that we do not need to fight darkness, but simply need to light a single flame so that the darkness disappears on its own.

Recalling the journey of Ayodhya's Deepotsav, Yogi Adityanath stated that this initiative began with a resolve taken on the banks of the Sarayu River in the year 2017, which over time has developed into a major festival of India's cultural identity. This ten-year long journey has gone beyond merely illuminating the city or making records, and has become a part of the resurgence of Sanatan culture and the restoration of national self-respect.

The lakhs of lamps lit at Ram ki Paidi have not only dispelled darkness but have also spread a new light of faith, antyodaya, and local self-reliance. Describing the tenth Deepotsav as a festival of the awakening of faith, self-respect, and Sanatan consciousness, the Chief Minister called upon the people to draw inspiration from the ideals of Lord Rama. He stated that our major goal should be the establishment of such a Ram Rajya where the benefits of development reach the last person in society, and the values of faith, social harmony, and service continuously illuminate everyone's lives.