Delhi celebrates first-ever ‘Deepotsav’ at Kartavya Path with grandeur and cultural fervour

For the first time, Delhi’s Kartavya Path witnessed a grand celebration of Deepotsav as part of the Diwali festivities, an event inspired by the world-famous celebration in Ayodhya, the sacred city associated with Lord Ram.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, in her address at the event, said that Deepotsav is not merely a festival of lamps but a herald of new awakening.

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According to the Chief Minister, Delhi is writing a new story, one where faith and modernity merge beautifully, bringing everyone together. She added that the capital has shown it is no longer just the seat of governance but also the heartbeat of the country’s cultural consciousness.

As part of the celebrations that began at Kartavya Path on Saturday, a spectacular drone show depicted the life of Lord Ram, while thousands of lamps illuminated the stretch to mark the festival of lights.

According to the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), this is the first time since Independence that Diwali has been celebrated collectively at Kartavya Path.

CM Gupta said that this year’s Diwali festivities have filled people of all ages and backgrounds with joy and enthusiasm, thanks to several positive developments—ranging from GST reductions and refund processing to the permission for green firecrackers and preparations for Chhath Puja.

She added that the government aims to ensure that the national capital remains not only the administrative centre but also reflects the soul of the nation culturally. “This Diwali celebration will give Delhi a new identity in the direction of spiritual consciousness and cultural pride,” she said.

As part of the Dilli Deepotsav, around 1.5 lakh diyas were lit to mark the occasion.

The Chief Minister said that Diwali is a special festival symbolizing the victory of light over darkness, truth over falsehood, and righteousness over evil. She recalled how the people of Ayodhya welcomed Lord Ram by lighting lamps upon his return from 14 years of exile, an act that has since become a timeless symbol of illumination and hope.

She added that the festival also embodies social and cultural unity, connecting people at the levels of family, society, and nation.

Gupta further noted that this year’s festival has touched every section of society—children rejoicing over the permission to burst green firecrackers, homemakers relieved by GST savings on essentials, and many citizens pleased with ongoing healthcare reforms.

“This clearly shows people’s happiness when the government celebrates festivals of all religions and faiths,” she said.

Highlighting Delhi’s diversity, the Chief Minister added, “When the government celebrates festivals of different states like Kerala, Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and the North East, it reflects how Delhi is a mini India where people from every region feel a sense of belonging.”