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Jaipur's Ravan Dahan Celebrations Dampened by Unexpected Rainfall
2 Oct
Summary
- Heavy rain disrupted Ravan Dahan celebrations across Jaipur
- Effigies were soaked, making them difficult to ignite
- Attendees scrambled for shelter as performers sought refuge from the rain
On Thursday, October 2nd, 2025, heavy and unexpected rainfall disrupted the traditional Ravan Dahan celebrations across Jaipur, causing chaos and forcing organizers to make rapid adjustments. The rain primarily affected areas in eastern Jaipur, including Adarsh Nagar, Raja Park, Tonk Road, and Jagatpura, where the celebrations were significantly impacted.
At the Adarsh Nagar Ramleela Maidan, the effigy of Ravan was drenched, complicating efforts to ignite it. Attendees, caught off guard by the rain, scrambled for shelter, with some using chairs as makeshift umbrellas. The performers, portraying Lord Rama, Lakshmana, and Sita, were also seen seeking refuge from the downpour.
Despite the challenges, organizers at Adarsh Nagar made a determined attempt around 8 pm to set the effigy ablaze using petrol. However, the soaked structure struggled to catch fire and eventually collapsed. The effigy was later ignited while lying on the ground, marking a subdued end to the event.
In response to the weather-induced chaos, police heightened security measures and adjusted traffic routes to manage the large crowds and ensure public safety. In other areas, such as Vidyadhar Nagar Stadium and New Gate's Ramleela Maidan, organizers took proactive measures to avoid the rain's impact, with some setting the effigies on fire ahead of schedule.
Despite the disruptions, the spirit of the festival endured, with communities coming together to celebrate the triumph of good over evil, albeit in a slightly dampened fashion.
