New Delhi, Nov. 9 -- Delhi ushered in its Diwali celebrations with a grand public event at Central Park in Connaught Place on Friday. Organised by the Delhi government and Delhi Tourism, the two-day festival, 'Dilli Ki Diwali - Sabse Nirali, Milkar Manane Wali', witnessed a large turnout on its opening day. The event, held on Dhanteras, was inaugurated by chief minister Rekha Gupta in the presence of tourism minister Kapil Mishra, cabinet minister Ashish Sood and education minister Ravinder Inder Raj.

Connaught Place, one of the capital's prominent public spaces, was specially decorated for the festive occasion. The illuminated venue and vibrant decorations attracted a large number of Delhiites, who gathered to participate in the celebra...