AYODHYA DEEPOTSAV
Diwali 2026: From Ayodhya’s sea of diyas to Goa’s fiery Narkasurs, India celebrates the festival in splendour
India celebrates Diwali on November 8 with spectacular displays of devotion and tradition, from lakhs of diyas illuminating Ayodhya’s Saryu ghats to giant Narkasur effigies burning in Goa. As families prepare for Lakshmi Puja, security is tightened, special trains ferry festive travellers and temples across Uttar Pradesh host elaborate celebrations.
Ayodhya Diwali 2026 Today: Deepotsav Highlights, Ram Mandir Celebrations, Saryu Aarti, Dates, Major Attractions and Best Places to Visit
Ayodhya Diwali 2026 celebrations conclude with grand festivities following the three-day Deepotsav from November 5 to 7. Explore the Ram Mandir celebrations, Saryu riverfront diya decorations, Ram Ki Paidi, cultural performances, Deepotsav highlights, religious significance and the best places to visit in Ayodhya during the festival of lights.
Mathura, Vrindavan to get grand complexes like Ayodhya: Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced plans for grand temple complexes in Mathura and Vrindavan. These developments will mirror the successful projects undertaken in Ayodhya and Kashi. He stated that previous governments feared visiting religious sites due to vote bank concerns. The government has faith in deities, unlike those who respect invaders. Ayodhya has seen significant development, attracting many daily visitors and improving infrastructure.
'Because of the GST reduction, people bought more sweets, clothes, Varanasi celebrates one of the 'grandest' Diwali
Varanasi experienced a grand Diwali celebration this year. Residents reported increased shopping and fireworks due to government GST reductions on festive items. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke about Ayodhya's significant transformation. Ayodhya's Deepotsav event achieved two Guinness World Records by lighting over 26 lakh oil lamps and hosting the largest Saryu Aarti.
Rangoli, 80,000 diyas, selfie points planned for Ram Ki Paidi at Ayodhya Deepotsav
Ayodhya is preparing for its ninth Deepotsav on October 19. The event will feature a massive rangoli at Ram Ki Paidi decorated with 80,000 diyas. Devotees can also enjoy 20 special selfie points based on the Ramayana. Over 26 lakh lamps are planned to be lit across 56 ghats, aiming for a new world record.
1100 indigenous drones to depict Ramayana scenes in Ayodhya skies during Deepotsav
Ayodhya's Deepotsav this year will be a spectacular blend of tradition and technology. Over 1,100 indigenous drones will illuminate the skies, recreating scenes from the Ramayana. This will be complemented by mesmerizing 3-D holographic laser shows. More than 26 lakh earthen lamps will also light up the ghats of Ram Ki Paidi, promising a grand celebration for devotees.
Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya plans for grand Deepotsav with 26 lakh diyas
Jayendra Kumar, CEO, Shree Ayodhya Jee Teerth Vikas Parsihad and Municipal Commissioner said that the goal this year would be to light 26 lakh diyas during the festival, further stating that all necessary arrangements were also being made by the Nagar Nigam Ayodhya for sanitation and toilets.
PM Modi hails 'alokik' Ayodhya’s historic Diwali celebration, sees Lord Ram’s legacy guiding India forward
PM Narendra Modi celebrates the historic Diwali in Ayodhya with Lord Ram enthroned in his grand temple after 500 years. The Deepotsav event sets two Guinness World Records for the largest aarti gathering and display of oil lamps, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
'Is there no pollution on New Year’s?': Bageshwar Dham Sarkar lashes out at those objecting to firecracker use on Diwali
Amid Diwali festivities, many are concerned over the rising pollution and its aggravation due to bursting of firecrackers. Many have also opined that the oil used in diyas (oil lamps) should be distributed among the poor. Pandit Dhiren Krishna Shastri on Wednesday lashed out at those raising objection over the use of firecrackers and Deepotsav celebrations.
Ayodhya: 17 bylanes connecting to Ram Ki Paidi sealed ahead of Deepotsav celebrations
In light of security concerns for the Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya, police have sealed 17 bylanes leading to Ram Ki Paidi and restricted access to the area to pass holders only. Extensive security arrangements include deployment of commandos, security drones, and isolation of the area to ensure the safe lighting of 28 lakh diyas.
25 lakh diyas to be lit in 4-day Deepotsav celebrations at Ayodhya from October 28
Ayodhya is set to host a four-day Deepotsav celebration from October 28 to 31, marking the first such event after the consecration of Lord Ram in January. Over 25 lakh diyas will illuminate various ghats, with modern lighting and artistic installations enhancing the city's festive atmosphere.
'88 ambassadors from 54 countries came to witness Deepotsav in Ayodhya', says Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath
"88 diplomats from 54 countries came yesterday (to Ayodhya). Those who were not present here (Ayodhya) texted us that they had missed the chance to come to Ayodhya. Those diplomats) who were present here during Deepotsav said that they should have come with their family, it would have been more delightful," said the Yogi.
Now, light an online diya at Rs 51 in Ayodhya and join world record Deepotsav. Read how
Ayodhya is hosting a grand Deepotsav event and now people from all over the world can participate in it virtually. The Ayodhya Development Authority has launched 'e-Deepotsav', a dedicated portal where people can buy and illuminate diyas from their homes. By purchasing e-lamps through various packages, individuals can light a virtual lamp at religious places in Ayodhya.
24 lakh diyas at 51 ghats: Ayodhya aims to set 'world record' this Diwali
According to the official release, the target set by the Uttar Pradesh government is to light 21 lakh lamps and create a world record.
May this festival further the spirit of joy, well-being: PM Modi wishes people on Diwali
"Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali. Diwali is associated with brightness and radiance. May this auspicious festival further the spirit of joy and well-being in our lives. I hope you have a wonderful Diwali with family and friends," PM Modi said in a Twitter post.
PM Modi offers prayers to Ram Lalla in Ayodhya
Immediately after reaching Ayodhya for the Deepotsav celebrations, the PM went to the makeshift Ram temple and offered prayers to Ram Lalla. He lit an earthen lamp there and performed an "aarti". Temple chief priest Acharya Satyendra Das applied vermillion on his forehead.
At Ayodhya Deepotsav, grandeur of 'treta yug' comes alive
The prime minister had performed the 'bhoomi pujan' of a Supreme Court-mandated Ram temple in Ayodhya on August 5 this year, bringing to fruition the BJP's 'mandir' movement that defined its politics for three decades and took it to the heights of power.
Grand Deepotsav celebrations start in Ayodhya
Since the formation of the Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh, many events have been organised, from Deepotsav to Ram Leela, which have earned a new identity to Ayodhya globally, a government spokesman said on Friday.
Ayodhya gearing up for fourth Deepotsav celebrations
The celebrations that went on for five to seven days in the previous years will be held for three days this year.
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