CM Yogi to Attend Historic Agra Sri Ram Baraat on Oct 6

• by Akanksha Mishra
• 2026-10-02 14:10:00

In a rare and culturally symbolic meeting at Lok Bhavan in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath received a royal ceremonial invitation to attend the globally renowned Shri Ramleela Festival, the auspicious Shri Ram Lagna Utsav, and the historic Shri Ram Baraat in the heritage city of Agra. The invitation was formally extended in person by Sanjay Singhal (Sadabad Wale), who is portraying King Dasharatha in the traditional Ramlila production, alongside Neeta Singhal, who is essaying the role of Queen Kaushalya. Accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Minister Dharmveer Prajapati and Rajat Singhal, the delegation presented the itinerary for the festive week, prompting Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to accept the invitation with a promise to participate in the landmark celebrations.

Cultural Pride and Ideals of Lord Ram: CM Yogi Praises Agra's Century-Old Tradition

Warmly receiving the actors dressed in their majestic royal attire, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath lauded their dedicated cultural service and extended his best wishes for the success of North India's premier devotional carnival:

Sacred Honor of Portraying Divine Royalty: The Chief Minister noted that embodying foundational figures such as King Dasharatha and Queen Kaushalya in Agra’s centuries-old Ramlila represents an immense spiritual privilege and a supreme act of cultural devotion.

Living Expression of Indian Heritage: Yogi Adityanath emphasized that the sacred enactment of Lord Shri Ram’s divine life (Ramcharitmanas) serves as a vibrant, living expression of India's civilizational faith, family values, and social righteousness.

Message of Harmony for the Youth: He reiterated that staging such grand, community-driven celebrations carries the eternal message of dignity, mutual respect, and cultural harmony to society, offering younger generations an invaluable opportunity to connect with the timeless ideals of Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram.

Key Dates and Venues: Grand Ram Lagna Utsav and Shri Ram Baraat Itinerary

The historic Shri Ramleela Mahotsav of Agra is recognized as one of the largest continuous outdoor festive pageants in northern India, featuring a tightly coordinated series of sacred rituals:

Shri Ram Lagna Utsav (Sunday, October 5, 2026): The pre-wedding celebratory ritual (Lagna Utsav) will be solemnized with traditional devotional music, vedic chanting, and temple offerings in an atmosphere of intense reverential devotion at Agravan, located near the Waterworks compound in Agra.

The Historic Shri Ram Baraat (Monday, October 6, 2026): The centerpiece of the entire festival—the majestic Shri Ram Baraat—will march through decorated thoroughfares of the city on October 6, converting whole neighborhoods into the mythological realm of Janakpuri.

VHP Central Patron Dinesh Chandra Confirms Presence: Along with the state’s political leadership, prominent spiritual and ideological leaders have also confirmed their participation; Dinesh Chandra (Bade Dinesh Ji), Central Patron of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), has formally accepted the invitation to attend the wedding celebrations.

Spectacular Tableaux and Heritage Processions: Agra Geared for Lakhs of Devotees

Elated by the Chief Minister’s affirmative response, Sanjay Singhal stated that meeting the head of the state in the royal persona of King Dasharatha was a deeply joyful milestone, remarking that portraying Dasharatha is not merely stage acting but a lifelong privilege to serve the legacy of Lord Ram:

Hundreds of Moving Tableaux (Jhankis): The Shri Ram Baraat procession will showcase dozens of masterfully decorated mechanical and traditional floats depicting pivotal episodes from the Ramayana, accompanied by illuminated golden chariots.

Heritage Brass Bands and Cultural Ensembles: Leading regional and national marching brass bands, Shehnai maestros, traditional Akhada performers, and folk dancers will form the musical vanguard of the bridal procession.

Multi-Tiered Civic and Security Arrangements: With hundreds of thousands of pilgrims, tourists, and local devotees expected to line the procession corridors from dusk till dawn, the Agra Ramlila Committee, in close coordination with district administration and police authorities, has deployed advanced crowd-control networks, surveillance grids, and festive lighting across the entire city route.

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