Vibrant, larger-than-life decorations greet visitors in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, as the city prepares for Diwali. The main event is set for Sunday night, when more than 26 lakh earthen lamps will light up the ghats of the Saryu River. Lights illuminate Ram Ki Paidi during a laser show organised on the banks of the Saryu river, in Ayodhya (PTI Photo)

This year, the celebrations will include cultural performances, a laser show, eco-friendly fireworks, and a drone display depicting episodes from the Ramayana. Tourists and devotees have already begun to throng the area to witness the celebration. Devotees carry lamps as they pray on the banks of the Saryu river (AP Photo)

A record 26,11,101 lamps will illuminate Ram Ki Paidi and 56 ghats, aiming to secure a Guinness World Record. Volunteer

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