Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hails the inclusion of Diwali on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List and calls this a moment of great pride. The Chief Minister said that this decision is a global recognition of the festival, which is celebrated as a symbol of the victory of light over darkness and new beginnings. This achievement further strengthens India’s cultural power and the importance of its traditions on the world stage.
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Jaiveer Singh showcased immense pride and stated that since 2017, under the guidance of CM Yogi, the Deepawali celebrations in Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, have been celebrated at a grand scale every year and have created new Guinness World Records. He expressed his pride and congratulated CM Yogi and the people of Uttar Pradesh for making it all happen. Without their unwavering support, this achievement wouldn’t be possible.
CM Yogi, through his social media handle ‘X’, specifically highlighted the significance of this achievement from Uttar Pradesh’s perspective. He said that this honor is extremely important for Uttar Pradesh because Ayodhya is the sacred land of Lord Rama. It is here that the first historical celebration of Diwali originated. He said that Ayodhya is not only a center of cultural faith but also the soul of Indian traditions. He also reiterated that this achievement reflects India’s growing cultural prestige. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country has widely established its cultural presence globally. He said that the adoption of India’s traditions and festivals by the world community is a positive sign. According to him, this festival is not just a celebration but a philosophy of life that guides society towards unity and values.
