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A grand Ravan Dahan celebration was held at the Ramlila Maidan in Ecotech 12, Greater Noida West, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, to mark Dussehra. The event attracted a massive crowd, with organisers estimating that around five lakh people gathered at the venue to witness the celebrations.
On October 20, 2026, an estimated five lakh people attended a Dussehra Ravan Dahan event in Greater Noida West, featuring an 85-foot effigy, a drone show, and over 250 stalls, with event management reported as effective despite the large crowd.
The programme featured the burning of an 85-foot-tall effigy of Ravan, a special drone show and several festive attractions. Despite the large gathering, the event management was reported to be good, helping people take part in the celebrations.
85-Foot Ravan Effigy And Special Drone Show
One of the main attractions was the 85-foot Ravan effigy, which was set ablaze as part of the traditional Dussehra celebrations. The event also featured a special drone show, adding a modern touch to the festival.
About 5 lakh people at Ramleela Maidan, Ecotech 12, Greater Noida West #RavanaDahan #GreaterNoida https://t.co/AFT8MCeZBZ
— Swastika Sruti (@SrutiSwastika) October 20, 2026
A grand pandal inspired by the Ram Mandir was set up across an area of around 50 bighas. The large venue and festive arrangements drew families and visitors from Greater Noida West and nearby areas.
More Than 250 Food Stalls And Festive Markets
The celebrations offered more than just Ravan Dahan. Visitors could explore over 250 food stalls serving a variety of dishes, along with festive handicraft stalls and shopping markets.
The arrangements provided visitors with an opportunity to enjoy food, shopping and entertainment along with the traditional festivities. General entry to the event was free.
Large Gathering At Ecotech 12
The Ramlila Maidan near Ek Murti Circle in Ecotech 12 became a major gathering point for Dussehra celebrations on October 20. The event combined traditional Ramlila festivities with modern attractions, making it a major draw for residents of Greater Noida West.
About 5 lakh people at Ramleela Maidan, Ecotech 12, Greater Noida West #RavanaDahan #GreaterNoida https://t.co/AFT8MCeZBZ
— Swastika Sruti (@SrutiSwastika) October 20, 2026
The large turnout made crowd management and event coordination important aspects of the programme. According to the information provided, the management arrangements were good despite the estimated gathering of around five lakh people.
The celebration offered a glimpse of how Dussehra continues to bring people together to mark the victory of good over evil through cultural performances, community gatherings and the symbolic burning of Ravan’s effigy.
