Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up to host its eighth Deepotsav in Ayodhya this year. The Diwali, which is also the first one at the newly built Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple, is expected to be "environmentally conscious"andgrand.

With the aim of creating a new world record this Diwali, the state government said it will light 28 lakh lamps along the banks of the Saryu River. Special eco-friendly lamps, designed to prevent stains and soot, will used to illuminate the Ram temple.

These lamps, the UP government said, will not affect the temple's structure and will remain lit for extended periods.

“Environmental protection is also a key focus for this Deepotsav. Special wax lamps will be used to minimise carbon emissions and protect the temple from soot damage,” it said.

The Ram temple complex, which will be adorned by special floral decoration, has been divided into various sections for decoration, with each section assigned specific responsibilities, the statement said.

The overall supervision of lighting, entrance arch decorations, and thorough cleaning have been entrusted to Ashu Shukla, a retired IG from the Bihar cadre.

The temple trust aims to make Ayodhya not just a centre of religion and faith this Diwali, but also a symbol of cleanliness and environmental consciousness, the release said.

To ensure that the Deepotsav grandeur leaves a lasting impression, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has decided to keep the temple open for 'Bhavan Darshan' from October 29 to November 1 until midnight, it said.