Ayodhya: On the occasion of Deepotsav, Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir is ready to set a new world record of lighting up 25 lakh diyas. It is going to be historic and grand ahead of temples first Diwali celebration.
Why is Ayodhya celebrating Diwali in a grand manner?
This is a major Hindu celebration on Amavasya tithe of Kartik month which marks the returning of Lord Rama to his home Ayodhya. Thus, it is also known as the festival of lights, victory of good over evil, lights over darkness and happiness over despair. On this Lord Rama along with Mata Sita and Lakshman return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile(Vanvas), while he was returning people light up diyas to welcome him in the dark nights of Amavasya and celebrate his return.
Thus, the tradition and celebration continued till date and Ayodhya plays a major role in celebration of Diwali.
Aim of this celebration.
The celebration is set to make two new Guinness world record first to light up 25 lakh diyas and featuring about 1,100 participants during the aarti.
However, the previous record for lighting up most diyas was also set by Ayodhya, where 22 lakh diyas were light up. This year aim is to surpass last year’s record.
Moreover, it not just about numbers of diyas its about Ayodhya been central hub of Diwali celebration.
