UP: CM Yogi directs officials to decorate Ayodhya ahead of PM Modi's visit

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 22 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed the state's Chief Secretary to ensure that Ayodhya is adorned in the same way during the Prime Minister's events on December 30 as it would be for the preparations on January 22, 2024, for the consecration (Pran-Pratishtha) event of Lord Ram, according to an official release issued on Friday.
On his visit to Ayodhya on Thursday, the Chief Minister has given clear instructions to adorn the four main routes in Ayodhya (Ram Path, Bhakti Path, Janmabhoomi Path, and Dharma Path) attractively with flowers. During this process, footpaths should be decorated with beautiful flower pots.
Furthermore, UP CM Yogi directed the swift completion of lighting and facade works along all four main routes within a week.
"The route from the airport to Naya Ghat should be decorated with attractive flowers, similar to how the four-lane route from Sultanpur Road to the airport has been decorated with floral arrangements," he instructed officials.
The Chief Minister mentioned that the railing of the Ayodhya Bypass on the National Highway Lucknow-Gorakhpur should be painted with attractive colours and beautiful flowers and pots should be placed in its median.
He also emphasized that the divider on the NHAI Bypass route should be painted with radiant colours, and said, "There should be no dust or dirt on any roads in Ayodhya."
Preparations for Ramotsav-2024 are in full swing as the UP government is not only committed to elevating Ayodhya to grandeur but also aims to instil a Ram-centric spirit throughout the entire state.
In anticipation of the inauguration of the majestic Shri Ram Temple and the consecration of the idol of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, various colourful events will be organized as per the Chief Minister's directives.
Moreover, various cultural events will be organized in all the districts of the state soon. The month-long Ramotsav celebration will feature devotional songs, Ramayana recitations, and performances of Ramleelas. Renowned storytellers and popular singers from across the country will have the opportunity to showcase their talents in Ayodhya. (ANI)