New Delhi: The grand Shri Ram Lila Mahotsav, being held at DDA Park near the Radisson Hotel in Bhaira Enclave, Paschim Vihar, witnessed the celebration of Lord Shri Ram’s birth on Monday. The performances staged during the day included the dialogue between Ravana and Vedavati, Guru Vashishtha’s Ashram, the childhood pastimes of Lord Shri Ram, his education and training, Vishwamitra’s Ashram, King Dasharatha’s royal court, and the slaying of demoness Tadaka.
According to Yogesh Sharma, Chairman of the Paschim Vihar Ramlila Committee, and Ashwani Bagri, General Secretary, the stage worship and Shri Ganesh Puja were performed by prominent social workers Vinod Gupta, Vikas Narang, Rajendra Katyal, Praveen Gupta, and other distinguished personalities from the area. Former Municipal Councillor Poonam Bagri portrayed Mata Kaushalya. Her performance was highly appreciated by the audience.
According to Ashwani Bagri, General Secretary of the Ramlila Committee, and social worker Dharmendra Solanki, preparations for the grand Dussehra Mahotsav are progressing at full pace. They stated that this Ramlila is considered a historic tradition in West Delhi, as it is being organised for the 47th time this year.
Sanjay Tyagi, Chief Patron of the Ramlila Committee, said that the Ramlila grounds are filled with an atmosphere of devotion to Lord Shri Ram throughout the performances.
He further explained that this year’s Ramlila is being organised around the message: “As more children follow the path of righteousness and धर्म, the number of old-age homes in the country will gradually decrease.” The initiative aims to encourage children to embrace moral values, respect their elders, and uphold family responsibilities.
