The Dussehra festival was celebrated with great fervor and grandeur at Central Park in the Salt Lake area of West Bengal. Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor and South superstar Yash graced this special cultural event with their presence. A massive crowd gathered to catch a glimpse of the two stars, generating immense excitement among the attendees. The celebration was organized by the Salt Lake Sanskritik Sansad, with the festivities themed around 'Ram ki Ayodhya'. A giant statue of Lord Ram was installed at the venue, and the traditional effigy burning of Ravana was conducted to signify the triumph of good over evil.
Grand Ram ki Ayodhya Theme and Ravana Dahan
Ranbir Kapoor and Yash emerged as the primary attractions of this Dussehra celebration. Ranbir Kapoor is portraying the role of Lord Ram in the upcoming film ‘Ramayan’, while Yash will be seen essaying the character of Ravana in the movie. The presence of both artists significantly elevated the ambiance of the event. Actor Ravi Dubey, who plays the role of Lakshman in the film, was also expected to participate in the gathering. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari was present at the venue and addressed the assembled crowd.
Announcement to Make Ramayan Tax-Free in Bengal
During the event, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari made a major announcement declaring the film ‘Ramayan’ tax-free across West Bengal. He stated that films like ‘The Kerala Story’, ‘The Kashmir Files’, and ‘The Bengal Files’ would also be made tax-free in the state. The Chief Minister further remarked that in the near future, audiences might get to see more films based on Lord Krishna, Arjun, and the Mahabharata. Following his announcement, lively discussions about these cinematic projects circulated among the people present at the venue.
Remembering Victims of the Chorbagan Durga Puja Tragedy
Amidst the festive celebrations, those affected by the tragic incident at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal were also remembered. A brief moment of silence was observed at the venue to honor the victims of the accident, followed by prayers for them. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and extended his heartfelt condolences to the grieving families. He stated that during this difficult time of grief, everyone stands firmly with the bereaved families.
A Memorable Cultural and Festive Gathering
Ultimately, the Salt Lake Dussehra celebration proved to be extraordinary due to the presence of prominent film stars, the grand statue of Lord Ram, and the traditional effigy burning. At the same time, the Chief Minister's announcement regarding tax exemptions for ‘Ramayan’ and other films became a major talking point stemming from the event.
