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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.
'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.
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.
Ayodhya Deepotsav sets two new Guinness World Records in spectacular Diwali celebration on Lord Ram's land
Diwali 2024: Ayodhya celebrated a historic Deepotsava, marking the return of Lord Rama, with 2,512,585 oil lamps lit and 1,121 people performing diya rotations, setting two Guinness records. The festival showcased the city's cultural heritage and attracted many tourists and devotees, boosting local businesses and transforming Ayodhya into a spiritual hub.
'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.
Millions of Indians set a new world record celebrating Diwali as worries about air pollution rise
Across the country, dazzling multi-colored lights decked homes and streets as devotees celebrated the annual Hindu festival of light symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. But the spectacular and much-awaited massive lighting of the oil lamps took place - as usual -at Saryu River, in Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh state, the birthplace of their most revered deity, the god Ram.
PM Narendra Modi to attend Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya
Around 6.30 pm, the prime minister will witness an "aarti" on the banks of the River Saryu, which will be followed by launch of the Deepotsav celebrations, a PMO statement said. Five animated tableaux and 11 Ramlila tableaux showcasing dance forms from different states will also be presented during the Deepotsav.
In Ayodhya, a grander Deepotsav this time on Diwali
The UP government is also considering prominent personalities for chief guest on the occasion. Last year, South Korea’s first lady Kim Jung-Sook was invited as the chief guest.
Yogi government plans grand Diwali celebration in Ayodhya
The UP government plans for ‘Deepotsav’ in Ayodhya this November include specially decorated boats in Saryu River, a water projection show on the river opposite Ram Ki Paidi and a fireworks show.
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