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Diwali 2022: A variety of diyas are ready for dispatch. Take a look

Diwali, one of the most popular festivals in India, is celebrated by lighting homes with diyas to commemorate the victory of light over darkness. It is also be referred a 'festival of lights', during which Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped in some parts of the country. With restrictions imposed on bursting of firecrackers, diyas remain the most eco-friendly option for celebrations. Take a look at some of them being prepared in Uttar Pradesh for upcoming 'Deepostav'.

Updated on: Oct 19, 2022 11:08 PM IST
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Cow dung diyas being prepared in Lucknow's Kanha ahead of ‘Deepostav’ to be held Ayodhya. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Cow dung diyas being prepared in Lucknow's Kanha ahead of ‘Deepostav’ to be held Ayodhya. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)

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Around 50,000 diyas will be sent from Kanha in Lucknow for Ayodhya's Deepostav this year. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Around 50,000 diyas will be sent from Kanha in Lucknow for Ayodhya's Deepostav this year. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)

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Earthen lamps being prepared at a family workshop ahead of Diwali festival in the Nanpur area of Chinhat in Lucknow. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Earthen lamps being prepared at a family workshop ahead of Diwali festival in the Nanpur area of Chinhat in Lucknow. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)

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In preparation for the upcoming Deepostav, girls are seen packing cartons with cow dung diyas at Kanha, Lucknow. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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In preparation for the upcoming Deepostav, girls are seen packing cartons with cow dung diyas at Kanha, Lucknow. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)

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A Muslim potter family also takes part in making earthen lamps at their home workshop ahead of the Diwali festival at Chinhat in Lucknow. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A Muslim potter family also takes part in making earthen lamps at their home workshop ahead of the Diwali festival at Chinhat in Lucknow. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)

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Women in Lucknow seen making earthen diyas of various designs for Diwali decorations. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Women in Lucknow seen making earthen diyas of various designs for Diwali decorations. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)

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A girl holds diyas in her hands and beams with excitement to welcome the festival of lights. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A girl holds diyas in her hands and beams with excitement to welcome the festival of lights. (Deepak Gupta/ HT Photo)

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