AYODHYA: Two new world records were set at this year's Deepotsav in Ayodhya: 26.17 lakh diyas lit at the same place as 2,128 people performed 'aarti' together for the grand celebrations in the temple town, the Uttar Pradesh government said.

Representatives from the Guinness World Records made the announcement after verifying the count of the diyas using drones, a government statement said.

UP Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh and Principal Secretary Amrit Abhijat presented the Guinness certificate to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Fireworks go off during a laser show at 'Deepotsav 2025' celebration on the eve of the 'Diwali' festival, at Ram Ki Paidi, in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025 (PTI)

The first Guinness award was given for the largest display of oil lamp

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