On Diwali Eve, 18 Lakh Earthen Lamps Light Up Ayodhya. PM Modi, Yogi Take Part In Grand Celebrations. IN PICS

The sixth edition of 'Deepotsav' celebrations began on Sunday morning with sixteen spectacular tableaux based on Ramayana episodes performed in Ayodhya. The image shows artistes showcasing dance performances during the celebrations in the holy city. (Image: PTI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was present in Ayodhya on the eve of Diwali for the Deepotsav celebrations, marking his presence for the first time on the occasion in the city. He offered prayers to Ram Lalla at Ram Janmabhoomi. The prime minister was welcomed by governor Anandiben Patel and chief minister Yogi Adityanath in Ayodhya. (Image: PTI)

The image shows Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during Deepotsav celebrations. In a tweet in Hindi, Adityanath said, The honorable Prime Minister, respected Shri who is continuously restoring the ancient glory of the values of India's identity and Sanatan faith, from the heart in the 'Grand- Divine Deepotsav-2022' organized in the holy abode of Lord Shri Ram and Mother Janaki, Shri Ayodhya ji. Welcome Greetings! (Image: PTI)

In a bid to mark the festival of lights, as many as 18 lakh earthen lamps were lit up on the banks of the Saryu river in Ayodhya. (Image: ANI)

Artistes dress up as Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman for Deepotsav celebrations, in Ayodhya on Sunday. (Image: PTI)