Diwali 2021: Ayodhya glitters with diyas as state observes Deepotsav

The majestic banks of the Saryu in Ayodhya was illuminated with 0.94 million earthen lamps as part of the Deepotsav delebrations in Uttar Pradesh. With this the chief minister Yogi Adityanath-led UP government created a Guinness world record for illuminating the largest number of earthen lamps at one place.

Published on: Nov 04, 2021 7:30 AM IST

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People watch a laser show on the banks of the river Sarayu during Deepotsav celebrations on the eve of the of Diwali in Ayodhya. (AFP)

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The Guinness Book of World Records team handed over the certificate to chief minister Yogi Adityanath who held it up high with both hands for the public to view it. (HT Photo)

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Out of 12 lakh diyas that were lit across the state, 9,51,000 earthen lamps were lit on the bank of the Saryu river in Ayodhya. (AFP)

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On the occasion of Deepotsav, out of 12 lakh diyas, 9,51,000 earthen lamps were lit on the bank of the Saryu river in Ayodhya.   (HT Photo)

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As many as 50,000 diyas were lit at the site of the Ram temple and the rest were lit in other temples across the state. (PTI)

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Devotees light earthen lamps on the bank of Saryu River during Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya. (PTI)

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Devotees light earthen lamps on the bank of Saryu River during Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya. (PTI)

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A mesmerising laser show and fireworks were also organised at the ghat, that lasted for about half an hour. (AFP)