LUCKNOW, Oct. 5 -- As many as 56 ghats on the Saryu banks will be illuminated with earthen lamps (diyas) to create a new Guinness Book of World record on this Deepotsav in Ayodhya later this month. Markings on ghats have begun to ensure proper arrangement of lamps.

Among 56 ghats, the main event will be held at the majestic Ram Ki Paidi. Over 26 lakh (2.6 million) diyas at Ram Ki Paidi and other Saryu ghats of Ayodhya and pollution-free fireworks will be among prominent highlights on this Deepotsav on Diwali eve on October 19.

During last year's Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya, a total of 25,12,585 diyas were lit along the banks of the Saryu river, setting a Guinness World Record. This year, the Ayodhya administration will aim to brea...