An exquisite 10,000 sq ft Wax Museum is fast nearing completion in the temple town of Ayodhya.
The museum, to be unveiled on the occasion of Deepotsav 2025, will depict wax statues of 50 major characters from the epic Ramayan, including Lord Ram, Mata Sita, Lakshman and Lord Hanuman.
Each statue has been designed to appear lifelike, with detailed expressions, costumes, and historical authenticity, officials said.
Built on the Parikrama Path of Lord Ram Temple, the museum will offer an exhilirating cultural and historical odyssey to the visting tourists and devotees.
Nearly Rs 7.5 crore has been invested in the project so far, officials said.
Key episodes such as the Ram-Ravan battle, Sita’s abduction, Hanuman’s journey to Lanka, and the construction of Ram Setu will also be recreated through a blend of wax artistry and modern technology.
Audio-visual effects and interactive displays will enhance the experience, making it especially captivating for children and youth.
A Maharashtra-based organisation, in collaboration with experts from Kerala, is crafting the statues to ensure a vivid and authentic depiction of the epic.
The Yogi government has undertaken several ambitious projects to establish Ayodhya on the global tourism map.
With the completion of the Lord Ram temple, the number of devotees and tourists visiting the city has surged.
The Wax Museum will not only strengthen Ayodhya’s appeal as a religious destination but also present the values of Ramayan and Indian culture on the world stage.
Municipal Commissioner Jayendra Kumar said the construction of museum is progressing rapidly and being closely monitored to ensure timely completion.
The project is being executed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
Divisional Commissioner Rajesh Kumar noted the museum will give a new dimension to Ayodhya’s cultural heritage.
Along with this project, road widening, beautification of the Saryu ghats, and other infrastructure works are also underway to make Ayodhya a world-class religious and cultural centre.
Every year during Deepotsav around Diwali, millions of lamps are lit in Ayodhya, a tradition that has earned the city global recognition and entry in to the Guinness Book of World Records.