By Admin 
On October 2, the festival of the victory of good over evil, ie Dussehra, was celebrated with great pomp across the country. At the same time, during the Dussehra fair in Kota, a world record was made by burning 233 feet high Ravana.
This historic event took place at the 132nd National Dussehra fair on 2 October in Kota city of Rajasthan. In the presence of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, effigies of Kumbhakarna and Meghnath were also burnt along with Ravana. Earlier, Delhi had a record of 210 feet high in 2024 in Delhi.
Historical event and opening
The 132nd National Dussehra fair was inaugurated jointly by Chief Minister Sharma and Om Birla. On this occasion, the former royal family head of Kota, Ijyaraj Singh led the procession of Lord Lakshminarayan and Ravana was burnt with the arrow left by him. Thousands of people were present in the Dussehra ground to see the huge effigy.
Preparation of effigies and contribution of artisans
Ambala artisan Tejendra Chauhan and his 25 -member team gave four months to make these effigies. According to PTI, besides 233 feet high Ravana, effigies of 60-60 feet high Kumbhakarna and Meghnath were prepared. Special care was taken of structure, design and safety in making such a huge size effigy. This unique effort is not only a symbol of art and hard work, but also presents a lively glimpse of the Indian folk tradition.
Messages and cultural significance of leaders
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma in his address greeted Vijayadashami and said that this festival is a symbol of the victory of justice over injustice. He described Kota Dussehra as a confluence of cultural heritage and religious beliefs. At the same time, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that Ramlila and Ravana Dahan give us the message of walking at the end and truth of ego. He prayed that the country proceeded further on the path of progress and the event became a source of inspiration all over India.