To make the forthcoming Diwali festival even more spectacular in Ayodhya, the Uttar Pradesh tourism department will light more than 2.6 million ‘diyas’ (earthen pots) on ‘Deepotsav’ in the temple town.
Last year, 2.5 million ‘diyas’ had illuminated the resplendent banks of the Saryu river in Ayodhya on the eve of Diwali on October 30, 2024.
This fetched the UP government an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records for the highest number of illuminated pots at one place.
The Yogi Adityanath government has been celebrating Diwali eve as ‘Deepotsav’ over the several years.
The lighting of diyas smbolise Lord Ram’s arrival in Ayodhya, and the sea of lamps will spread the light of faith among countless devotees.
Per the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the UP Tourism will organise a spectacular green fireworks show on October 19.
Designed to meet international standards, the display will be pollution-free, offering visitors a mesmerising blend of music, technology and choreography.
The special highlight this year will be a pollution-free green fireworks show — a fusion of faith and innovation.
The international-standard display will blend music, laser effects, and modern choreography, as colourful fireworks soar high into the sky and reflect brilliantly on the waters of the Saryu, leaving spectators spellbound.
UP Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said preparations have begun in line with the CM’s vision to make Deepotsav 2025 both divine and grand.
UP Principal Secretary, Tourism and Culture, Mukesh Kumar Meshram said Deepotsav 2025 will be a celebration of both tradition and innovation.
“The eco-friendly and choreographed fireworks will carry the message of sustainability to every devotee while presenting Ayodhya’s heritage on the global stage,” he noted.