Shobha Yatra Begins In Ayodhya Ahead Of 1st Deepotsav After Ram Mandir Consecration: IN PICS

Ayodhya is preparaing for its first 'Deepotsav' after the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Mandir earlier this year. An elaborate 'Shobha Yatra' with 18 tableaux started from Saket Mahavidyalaya on Wednesday.

An elaborate 'Shobha Yatra' with 18 tableaux is underway in Ayodhya as the temple town gears for a grand 'Deepotsav' later in the evening.

Ayodhya was struck with a festive spirit on Wednesday as millions of devotees thronged the temple town as this year's Deepotsav, which is the first since the consecration of the Ram Temple began with processions of vibrant tableaux. (Source: X/@uptourismgov)

The Uttar Pradesh government is aiming to create a new world record this year by lighting over 28 lakh diyas along the banks of the Saryu River later this evening. Over 30,000 volunteers will join to support the lighting of diyas across 55 ghats. (Source: PTI)