Ayodhya’s Deepotsav Sets Two Guinness World Records with 26.17 Lakh Diyas and Mass Aarti

Ayodhya, October 19, 2025 — The temple town of Ayodhya illuminated itself in divine splendour as two new world records were set during this year’s Deepotsav celebrations. A staggering 26.17 lakh diyas were lit at one location, while 2,128 people performed aarti together, creating a breathtaking spectacle of devotion and unity.

According to the Uttar Pradesh government, representatives from the Guinness Book of World Records officially verified the achievements using drone technology to count the diyas. The Guinness certificates were later presented to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath by Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh and Principal Secretary Amrit Abhijat.

The first award recognized the largest display of oil lamps — 26,17,215 diyas — jointly organized by the UP Department of Tourism, the Ayodhya administration, and Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University. The second award celebrated the largest simultaneous aarti, achieved through the combined efforts of the Tourism Department, district administration, and the Saryu Aarti Samiti.

The grand celebration marked another milestone for Ayodhya’s Deepotsav, which continues to blend spirituality, culture, and world recognition.

By Rajeev Sharma

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