Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand

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Diwali 2025: Although Uttar Pradesh is colorful for every festival, but when it comes to Diwali, one city overshadows all the others and its name is Ayodhya. In Ayodhya, which is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Shri Ram, Diwali is not just a festival but a vibrant celebration of devotion and culture. Here Diwali is called the Festival of Lights and its grandeur has become a topic of discussion not only in the country but in the whole world. But there is another city, where Diwali is celebrated separately, let us know.

Diwali is celebrated separately in this city

Dev Diwali of Varanasi is completely different. It is celebrated a few days after Diwali, when it is believed that the gods themselves come to the banks of the Ganges and light lamps. On that day, every ghat of Ganga is illuminated with millions of lamps, and it seems as if the stars of the sky have come down to earth. Devotees come from far and wide to see this divine sight. Kashi’s Diwali is not just lights, but a confluence of devotion, music and spirituality, where the echo of mantras, the flame of Aarti and the waves of lamps together create an atmosphere of unique faith.

Ayodhya’s Diwali

Ayodhya’s Diwali is different from other cities because its roots are linked to Treta Yuga. According to belief, when Lord Shri Ram returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and killing Ravana, the entire city welcomed him with lamps. The tradition of celebrating Diwali started from here itself. Every year, remembering this historical moment, Deepotsav is organized in Ayodhya.

Saryu banks sparkle

The state government and local administration have now given a grand shape to this festival. Lakhs of lamps are lit at Ram Ki Paidi and Saryu banks. This golden flicker of lamps is reflected in the Saryu River and the entire city turns into heaven. During the Deepotsav, Ramlila, cultural programs, laser shows and processions also take place in Ayodhya. The statues of Lord Shri Ram, Mother Sita and Lakshman are given a royal welcome. Artists from many countries perform in traditional costumes, due to which this festival has taken an international character.

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