Ayodhya Shines in Glory: Deepotsav Sets Two New Guinness World Records

Ayodhya's Deepotsav celebration achieves two Guinness World Records: most people performing 'aarti' simultaneously and the largest display of oil lamps. Over 25 lakh diyas were lit and 1,121 participants performed the aarti on 55 ghats along Saryu river. The event, started in 2017, continues to grow annually.

Ayodhya's Deepotsav festival has set two Guinness World Records, marking a historic achievement in the annual celebrations held just before Diwali. This year's event saw over 25 lakh earthen lamps illuminated along 55 ghats of the Saryu river, including Ram ki Paidi, and 1,121 participants performing the traditional 'aarti' in unison.

Guinness World Records adjudicator Pravin Patel, who confirmed the records with his consultant Nischal Bharot, expressed delight over verifying not just one but two record-breaking feats. The previous year's lamp record stood at 22,23,676, a number significantly surpassed this year.

UP Tourism, along with Ayodhya's district administration and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, orchestrated this grand display. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath lauded the unforgettable achievement, acknowledging the efforts of teachers, students, and local organizations in setting these records.

(With inputs from agencies.)