A meeting was held at the Tourism Department, Uttar Pradesh, chaired by Jaiveer Singh, Minister of Tourism & Culture, Government of Uttar Pradesh, in the presence of Amrit Abhijat, Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism, Culture & Religious Affairs, Pushpa Kumar K., Director Tourism (Eco), Uttar Pradesh, and other senior officials.

The meeting reviewed preparations for Deepotsav 2026, with a focus on enhancing the visitor experience, cultural programming and public participation. Key proposals discussed included 30 lakh diyas, a 2,100-drone show, Ramayan-themed gateways and installations, collective Saryu Aarti by 2,100+ batuks, cultural performances, international participation and AI-enabled visitor counting. The meeting also highlighted the importance of youth participation and public suggestions through MyGov UP to bring fresh ideas and greater innovation to this year’s celebrations.

With Ayodhya preparing to welcome visitors from across India and the world, Deepotsav 2026 is set to celebrate the timeless legacy of Ram, the cultural heritage of Uttar Pradesh and the spirit of collective participation.