Aarti performed at the Mahakal Temple in Ujjain, on the occasion of Diwali. Different parts of the country are decked up to celebrate Diwali. Known as the 'Festival of Lights', Diwali celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday paid floral tributes to the first Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in the national capital on his birth anniversary, which is also celebrated as National Unity Day.
Adorned with dazzling and vibrant lights across the city, Kolkata has geared up for Diwali and Kali Puja celebrations with bustling markets filled with shoppers buying sweets, diyas, decorations, and festive clothing.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday celebrated Diwali with children at both Balika and Bal Ashram in Mashobra and Tutikandi in Shimla and extended warm greetings to them on this festive occasion.
This year, CM Patel will celebrate Diwali with beneficiary families in Gandhinagar's Namonarayan Residency under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), joining them in their homes to share in the joy and festivities.