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Religion
Ayodhya Illuminated: Over 3.6 Million Lamps Light Up 56 Ghats During Diwali 2026
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 06:11 AM
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During Diwali 2026, more than 3.6 million lamps were lit across 56 ghats in Ayodhya, turning the city into a radiant spectacle.
In a dazzling display of devotion, Ayodhya’s Ramnagar area witnessed the lighting of over 3.6 million lamps on 56 ghats during the Diwali 2026 celebrations. The lamps, strung along the ghats and in the streets, created a luminous canopy that illuminated the entire city. Thousands of devotees and tourists gathered to witness the spectacle, turning the historic town into a glittering tableau.
The event, organized by local authorities and religious organisations, aimed to honour the legacy of Lord Rama and to promote communal harmony. The lamps were lit in a coordinated ceremony that began at dawn and continued through the night, symbolising the triumph of light over darkness.
Security arrangements were tightened to manage the large crowds, and the city’s infrastructure was prepared to handle the influx of visitors. The Diwali celebrations in Ayodhya have become a significant cultural attraction, drawing attention from across the country and abroad.
The event, organized by local authorities and religious organisations, aimed to honour the legacy of Lord Rama and to promote communal harmony. The lamps were lit in a coordinated ceremony that began at dawn and continued through the night, symbolising the triumph of light over darkness.
Security arrangements were tightened to manage the large crowds, and the city’s infrastructure was prepared to handle the influx of visitors. The Diwali celebrations in Ayodhya have become a significant cultural attraction, drawing attention from across the country and abroad.