Ayodhya, April 6 -- Ayodhya was bathed in a divine glow and spiritual fervour on Sunday evening as more than 2.5 lakh earthen lamps were lit along the banks of the Saryu River at the Chaudhary Charan Singh Ghat on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami.

Thousands of devotees gathered at the ghats to participate in the grand Sandhya Aarti as chants of "Jai Shri Ram" echoed throughout the city. The celebration evoked a spiritual atmosphere reminiscent of Deepotsav, the festival of lights celebrated during Diwali.

Of the total diyas lit, nearly 2 lakh were carefully arranged along the steps of the Chaudhary Charan Singh Ghat and the surrounding areas, creating a mesmerizing visual display.

The Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, now nearing completion...