Deepotsav 2023: 24 lakh diyas to be lit across 51 ghats in Ayodhya, eyes world record

Ayodhya has started preparations to illuminate the ghats with 21 lakh earthern lamps this Diwali, with the intent of establishing a new world record.

Updated on: Nov 10, 2023 5:17 PM IST

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The seventh Deepotsav in Ayodhya commenced on November 9 and will continue until November 11. Over the three days, the event will highlight performances by artists from different states, including Uttar Pradesh, showcasing the cultural diversity and richness of the country. (HT Photo/Deepak Gupta)

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Light and Sound program being watched by enthusiasts at the Ram ki Paidi, Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya,  (HT Photo/Deepak Gupta)

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Over 20 lakh earthen lamps will be illuminated on Saturday evening to commemorate Deepotsav, a day before Diwali, in Ayodhya. (HT Photo/Deepak Gupta)

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According to the official release, the target set by the Uttar Pradesh government is to light 21 lakh lamps and create a world record.  (HT Photo/Deepak Gupta)

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60 to 70 per cent of the lamps have already been placed at all the ghats with the help of volunteers under the supervision of voulanteers, ghat in-charges and ghat coordinators, according to an official statement.  (HT Photo/Deepak Gupta)

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Ayodhya's Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University Administration has started preparations to illuminate the ghats of Ayodhya by lighting 24 lakh lamps on Diwali, said a press release by Varsity. (HT Photo/Deepak Gupta)