Chief Development Officer Ramji Sharan Sharma inaugurates the programme; emphasizes the role of Ramlila in inspiring children and youth through the ideals of Lord Rama
Almora: The third day of the Ramlila organized by the Shri Bhuvaneshwar Mahadev Temple and Ramlila Committee, Karnataka Khola, Almora, witnessed captivating performances of Sita Swayamvar, the Ravana-Banasur dialogue and the Parshuram-Lakshman dialogue. The artists impressed the audience with their expressive performances, powerful dialogue delivery and engaging stage presentation.
The programme commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by the chief guest, Ramji Sharan Sharma, Chief Development Officer. Addressing the gathering, he said that Ramlila and other cultural programmes serve as important sources of inspiration for society, particularly for children and young people. Such events promote moral values, encourage people to overcome social evils and inspire them to adopt positive conduct.
He urged parents to encourage their children to participate in Ramlila and other cultural activities. He added that the life and ideals of Lord Rama provide valuable lessons in righteousness, discipline, responsibility and respect for moral principles.
Komal Joshi portrayed Lord Rama, Gayatri Tiwari played Lakshman, Vaishnavi Joshi portrayed Sita, Ashok Bankoti played King Janak, and Srishti Janauti portrayed Sunaina. Former minister Bittu Karnatak performed the role of Ravana, while Kapil Malhotra portrayed Banasur. Kamlesh Pandey played Parshuram, Anil Rawat portrayed Vishwamitra, and Bhawana Malhotra and Mamta Kapoor performed the roles of the court announcers. Amar Bora, Deep Joshi, Rahul Joshi, Himanshu Kandpal and Abhishek Negi, along with other artists, portrayed various kings.
The Ravana-Banasur and Parshuram-Lakshman dialogues emerged as the major highlights of the evening. The artists’ stage presence and powerful delivery earned enthusiastic applause from the audience. The spectators appreciated the performances, while the Ramlila also received positive responses through online platforms.
Several prominent individuals attended the programme, including Mohan Chandra Kandpal, Jagdish Chandra Tiwari, Anand Singh Nyal, Bhuvan Chandra Karnatak, Leeladhar Kandpal, Puran Chandra Tiwari, Mathura Datt Kandpal, Ramesh Chandra Joshi, Badri Prasad Karnatak, Kamlesh Karnatak, Kailash Chandra Tiwari, Narayan Datt Tiwari, Jeevan Chandra Tiwari, Hansa Datt Karnatak, Yogesh Joshi, Gaurav Kandpal, Dinesh Mathpal, Bhupendra Singh Bisht, Bagadwal, Hem Joshi and Devendra Goswami, along with a large number of spectators.
The programme was conducted by Bhawana Malhotra.
