Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 30 (HBTV): On the occasion of Deepotsav, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath invited everyone to participate in the grand festival on Wednesday and witness the world record attempt for lighting diyas.

The Uttar Pradesh government is set to attempt a Guinness World Record by lighting over 25 lakh diyas in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, on the occasion of Deepotsav.

During the aarti of the festival today, another record will be attempted as over 1,100 people perform the largest aarti together on Saryu Ghat.

Taking to his social media handle on X, the CM said that this occasion would be "historic."

Deepotsav, a five-day festival, commemorates Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after a 14-year exile. The event showcases Ayodhya's cultural and spiritual significance, attracting millions of devotees and tourists.

Over 30 thousand volunteers will be helping with the world record attempt, which is laid out across 55 ghats of Ayodhya. The areas of New Ghat, Old Ghat, Bhajan Sandhya, and others will witness the grand event.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Culture and Tourism Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and many other ministers are expected to attend the event later today.

A 30-member team from the Guinness Book of World Records arrived on Tuesday to oversee preparations for Deepotsav.

Nischal Barot, Guinness Book of World Records team in charge, told ANI, "This is the seventh Deepotsav, but this time it is a little special because, after the Ram Mandir has been built, it is the first Deepotsav. This time there are two Guinness Book records: the first is that a record-breaking number of 1,100 people will do the Saryu Aarti, and the second is the lighting of 25 lakh diyas."

Moreover, the Shobha Yatra will be taking place today. The yatra will include artists from around 6 countries and 16 Indian states and will feature 18 tableaus.

Notably, the government has also promoted "Ek Diya Ram ke Naam," a virtual initiative launched through the Divya Ayodhya app.

Ayodhya has seen significant changes in recent years, with increased tourism and development. Excitement is palpable, with local businesses thriving as visitors flock to the city for the festivities.   

(ANI)