Ayodhya, Nov. 2 -- Ayodhya is set to witness a spectacular display of faith and devotion during Deepotsav 2026, with 2,147 archaks coming together to perform the Saryu Maha Aarti on November 7. Scheduled for half an hour along the city's iconic riverfront, the grand ritual will build on last year's Guinness World Records achievement, adding another major attraction to Uttar Pradesh's flagship festival of lights.
Scheduled for approximately 5.20 pm to 5.50 pm, the Maha Aarti will extend from Laxman Kila Ghat to Naya Ghat and Ram Ki Paidi. Vedic chanting and simultaneous worship will bring the focus to the Saryu during the evening celebrations.
Last year, 2,128 archaks and vedacharyas performed the ritual together, earning a Guinness World ...