According to Vishwa Bhushan Mishra, the Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust, the main shrine of the temple was offered 21 quintals of various types of sweets and offerings; meanwhile, the premises were also decorated beautifully.
During the celebration, the Chief Minister extended warm Diwali greetings to the senior citizens, distributed sweets, and received their blessings. He also joined them in lighting fireworks, sharing moments of joy and festive cheer.
"Because of the GST rates reduction, people bought more clothes, sweets, and decorative items. The enthusiasm was at an all-time high, and our society broke all previous records for fireworks," Vijay Singh, a local resident said.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis flagged off the trucks of Adharsocial Trust, carrying sweets and other celebratory items for the soldiers of the Indian Army stationed at the border areas on the occasion of Diwali.
The personnel offered prayers to the deities with flowers, fruits, and sweets, before marking the festival with crackers. They also enjoyed dance and music as they relish in the spirit of Diwali.
Surendra Gupta, General secretary, VHP Delhi, said the initiative began at the Asdhoka Sewa Basti in East of Kailash and will be carried out at multiple locations across the national capital.
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Earlier today, Rahul Gandhi marked the Diwali festivities by visiting the historic Ghantewala sweet shop in Old Delhi. Sharing his experience on social media, Gandhi revealed that he tried his hand at making Imarti and Besan Laddus.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Ayodhya on Monday to extend Diwali greetings to residents, distributing sweets on behalf of the state government. He further highlighted the city's commitment to cleanliness and unity during the Festival of Lights.