Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, has been immersed in devotion as Navratri festivities continue with fervour. Adding to the spiritual atmosphere, the seventh edition of Ramleela is underway, staging episodes from the Ramayan and drawing growing crowds.

Actor Rahull Bhuchar, who played the role of Lord Ram, said he was humbled by the response. “I am overwhelmed. I feel 18–20 crore people would have watched Ramleela from their homes on television,” he said. Bhuchar also extended a warm welcome to Miss Universe India, Manika Vishwakarma, who made her debut as Maa Sita. “We wish she would come here every year and get a good experience like this time,” he added.

Expressing her delight, Vishwakarma said, “It felt very good. It was my first acting performance, and it was on this prestigious

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