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Ayodhya sets new Diwali record with over 30 lakh earthen lamps
The holy city of Ayodhya illuminated the night sky with more than 30 lakh diyas on the eve of Diwali as it marked the 10th annual Deepotsav celebration. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the landmark festival event.
LSN India ·
Ayodhya transformed into a glittering landscape of light on Saturday as the city's historic Deepotsav festival reached its tenth edition with record-breaking numbers. The sprawling illumination, created by over 30 lakh earthen lamps, cast a golden glow across the holy city's streets and ghats, drawing devotees and visitors to witness the spectacular display.
The festival, which has become a signature celebration in Ayodhya's annual calendar, saw Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath present to oversee the proceedings. The Deepotsav event has evolved into one of the state's most prominent Diwali observances, combining religious significance with cultural pageantry.
The lighting of diyas, traditional oil lamps, holds deep symbolic meaning in Hindu tradition and marks the triumph of light over darkness. Ayodhya's iteration of the festival has gained prominence in recent years, attracting considerable participation from residents and pilgrims who gather to celebrate the auspicious occasion.
The 10th edition represents a milestone for the celebrations, which have steadily expanded in scale and reach since their inception. The event underscores the city's growing prominence as a major pilgrimage and cultural destination in North India, with Diwali festivities drawing heightened attention to its spiritual and historical significance.