The Parade Ramlila Society, which is known to be the oldest in the city, today demanded construction of a permanent stage at the Ramlila ground, saying that the temporary one poses a threat to those participating in the event.
"The Ramlila programme organised by the Society would be entering its 139th year this time and is the oldest one here. But the ground doesn't have a permanent stage for the purpose," President of Parade Ramlila Society and Editorial Director of the Jagran Group, Mahendra Mohan Gupta said.
The Parade Ramlila Society has been asking the district authorities to allow construction of a permanent stage and the cost would be borne by the Society itself, he said, adding it could also be used for other festivities irrespective of religion.
Gupta said that despite repeated assurances, no action has been taken in this regard for the last 20 years. Moreover, temporary stage poses threat to those participating in the Ramlila event.
He also demanded that potholes on the roads and street lights be repaired before the Ramlila event next month.
Preparations for Vijayadashami Mahotsav would begin tomorrow with the recital of 'Ramkatha' which would go on till October 4. From October 12 to 22, Ramlila would be staged at the Ramlila grounds and display of fireworks would take place on Dussehra.
