Ayodhya is preparing for Deepotsav 2026, with the city’s ghats and streets set to be illuminated by roughly 30–36 lakh earthen lamps ahead of major festivities around Diwali. Multiple outlets describe large-scale diyas being placed along the Saryu riverfront and at temple locations, creating a “sea of light” effect as celebrations draw near.
Coverage broadly frames the event as a major display of devotion and cultural tradition. Times of India focuses on the scale of diyas and also mentions “AI Ramayan” drawing devotees’ attention, while NDTV and India Today emphasize the number of diyas and the spiritual ambience of the illuminated ghats ahead of Diwali. Free Press Journal adds more operational detail, including preparations at specific sites, volunteers working around the clock, and mentions of the chief minister monitoring arrangements.
Across reports, the central points are consistent: a landmark 10th edition of Deepotsav is approaching, diyas will be lit in large numbers, and the illumination is expected to transform the Saryu riverfront into a prominent festival spectacle.
