Largest display of oil lamps
- Who
- Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh, Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh
- What
- 2,617,215 total number
- Where
- India (Ayodhya)
- When
- 19 October 2025
The largest display of oil lamps is 2,617,215 and was achieved by Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh and Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University (both India) during Deepotsav ’25, in Ayodhya, India, on 19 October 2025.
On the eve of Diwali, the sacred city of Ayodhya created this mesmerizing spectacle.
More than 30,000 volunteers from the university came together in perfect harmony to light millions of traditional oil lamps, transforming the ghats of the holy River Sarayu into a divine sea of light.
This magnificent celebration symbolized the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya, spreading a universal message of peace, joy, and enlightenment.
The achievement not only showcased Ayodhya’s cultural and spiritual magnificence but also highlighted Uttar Pradesh’s commitment to preserving India’s heritage and promoting the spirit of unity through collective devotion.
Lighting of the oil lamps started at 17:30 IST and were all lit within 25 minutes, across 56 Ghats. Lamps remained alight for up to 4 hours.