CM Yogi says caste divides society, shared faith unites it at Ayodhya Deepotsav

Uttar Pradesh's chief minister, Yogi Adityanath, addressed a gathering at the Ayodhya Deepotsav, a night‑time lighting festival held in the historic city of Ayodhya. In his speech he observed that caste‑based divisions continue to split Indian society, but a shared religious faith can serve as a unifying force.
He urged citizens to move beyond caste identities and focus on the common spiritual heritage that binds them, emphasizing that harmony is essential for the state's progress.
The Deepotsav event, organized by the state government, features the illumination of thousands of oil lamps across temples and public spaces, drawing large crowds of devotees and tourists.
Officials said the festival aims to reinforce cultural cohesion and promote the message of unity that the chief minister highlighted in his remarks.