What is the Uttar Pradesh government doing to appropriate the identity of Ram

In the name of Ram: Uttar Pradesh government’s initiatives to appropriate his identity
The Uttar Pradesh government has undertaken several initiatives to appropriate the identity of Lord Ram. Here are some of the key points:
  • The state government announced the construction of a grand Ram statue in Ayodhya, which is intended to become a major tourist attraction.
  • Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, is being developed as a religious and cultural hub. It includes infrastructure development, renovation of temples, and the promotion of Ayodhya as a spiritual tourism destination.
  • The government launched the 'Deepotsav' festival in Ayodhya, aiming to break a Guinness World Record for lighting the most oil lamps simultaneously.
  • The state government has also initiated the 'Ramayan Circuit' project, which includes the development of religious tourism sites associated with Lord Ram's life.
  • Various projects aim to preserve and promote the cultural heritage related to Lord Ram, including the construction of a Ram museum in Ayodhya.
These initiatives by the Uttar Pradesh government are intended to honor Lord Ram's legacy and attract tourists, thereby boosting the economy of the region.
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