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Spectacular Diwali Lights Illuminate Moradabad and Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 06:36 AM
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Grand Diwali celebrations lit up the skies of Moradabad and Ayodhya, with elaborate light displays and cultural programmes drawing crowds across Uttar Pradesh.
The festival of lights was marked by extensive illumination projects in Moradabad and Ayodhya on the night of Diwali. Streets, temples and public squares were adorned with thousands of LED lamps, rangoli‑styled light arches and synchronized laser shows that created a vibrant nightscape.
Local municipal bodies coordinated the lighting, deploying power generators and safety teams to ensure uninterrupted displays. Cultural programmes featuring folk music, classical dance and devotional chants were staged alongside the visual spectacle, adding a traditional dimension to the celebrations.
Crowds gathered in the central markets and near historic sites, where families and tourists alike enjoyed the festive ambience. Officials praised the community participation and highlighted the events as a boost to local tourism during the holiday season.
The twin celebrations underscored Uttar Pradesh's commitment to preserving cultural heritage while embracing modern lighting technology, setting a benchmark for future Diwali observances in the state.
Local municipal bodies coordinated the lighting, deploying power generators and safety teams to ensure uninterrupted displays. Cultural programmes featuring folk music, classical dance and devotional chants were staged alongside the visual spectacle, adding a traditional dimension to the celebrations.
Crowds gathered in the central markets and near historic sites, where families and tourists alike enjoyed the festive ambience. Officials praised the community participation and highlighted the events as a boost to local tourism during the holiday season.
The twin celebrations underscored Uttar Pradesh's commitment to preserving cultural heritage while embracing modern lighting technology, setting a benchmark for future Diwali observances in the state.