Ayodhya is gearing up for one of the most spectacular celebrations of the year as preparations for Deepotsav 2025 reach the final stage.
The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that this year’s Deepotsav becomes an experience to remember. Bringing the divine glory of ‘Treta Yug’ to life, the holy city will radiate with faith, light, and innovation as it welcomes lakhs of devotees and visitors from across India and abroad.
To make sure every visitor can witness the grandeur, the 3D holographic musical laser show and the aerial drone show featuring 1,100 ‘Make in India’ drones will be open to the public not just on the main celebration day, October 19, but also on October 18. These breathtaking displays will light up Ayodhya’s skyline for two consecutive evenings, giving everyone a chance to experience the divine spectacle.
The laser show will merge storytelling with technology, narrating the life and ideals of Lord Ram through lights and music that illuminate the Saryu ghats. The drone show, designed as a moving tribute to the Ramayana, will present mesmerizing aerial formations such as ‘Jai Shri Ram’, Lord Ram with his bow, Hanuman carrying the Sanjeevani mountain, Ram Setu, and the Ram Mandir itself. The synchronized sequence will conclude with a formation symbolizing ‘Treta Yug to New Ayodhya,’ linking the city’s spiritual past with its vibrant present.
UP Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said here on Wednesday, “This year’s Deepotsav is a confluence of faith and technology, where tradition meets innovation. For the first time, these shows will be open to the public for two consecutive days so that every devotee and visitor can experience the divine magnificence of Ayodhya. Deepotsav 2025 will be a living reflection of devotion, heritage, and innovation.”
The Minister added that the goal is to make sure every common man who wishes to see Ayodhya’s transformation into Treta Yug can do so in comfort and joy. From 3D projection mapping, eco-friendly fireworks, and mass Maha Aarti, to the cultural Shobhayatras, every detail is being planned carefully. Over 26 lakh diyas will illuminate the 56 ghats of the Saryu, creating another world record. The focus remains on public participation, safety, and sustainability, turning the city into a glowing tribute to devotion and unity.
Special Secretary (Tourism) Eesha Priya said, “This year, renewed excitement and overwhelming interest are being seen among devotees and visitors eager to witness the Deepotsav. What’s heartening is the enthusiasm of the younger generation, especially Gen Z, who are participating in large numbers in the creative competitions we have organized, including poetry, painting, and short animation film contests. It shows how deeply the message of Deepotsav resonates with the youth.”
“The response to the UPSTDC one-day Deepotsav special tour package has been extraordinary. Bookings filled up rapidly, showing how people from across the state and country are keen to be part of Ayodhya’s divine celebration this year,” she added.
The Tourism Department, in coordination with the district administration and cultural institutions, has also finalized plans for Shobhayatras, depicting the seven chapters of the Ramayana, vibrant folk performances, and thematic light installations across key heritage sites.
As Ayodhya prepares to shine in all its divine glory, Deepotsav 2025 stands as a celebration of faith, creativity, and ultimate devotion, bringing together the past and the present in a way that touches every heart.