Many Delhi residents participated in the second day of the grand two-day public Diwali celebration, ‘Dilli Ki Diwali — Sabse Nirali, Milkar Manane Wali’, organised by the Delhi Government at Central Park, Connaught Place. With the presence of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, the festive spirit and enthusiasm continued on the second consecutive day.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister extended her Diwali greetings to the people of Delhi and wished everyone happiness, prosperity and well-being.
She said that ‘Dilli Ki Diwali’ represents the culture, traditions and spirit of collective celebration of Delhi. The large turnout at Central Park, Connaught Place, on the second consecutive day reflects people’s enthusiasm and eagerness to celebrate Diwali with joy and excitement. The Delhi Government is committed to providing opportunities to celebrate every festival in the capital with grandeur, cleanliness and enthusiasm.
On the occasion, Mishra said that the Delhi Government is organising ‘Dilli Ki Diwali’ on a grand scale for the second consecutive year, under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, festivals such as Diwali and Chhath are being celebrated in Delhi with complete devotion, enthusiasm and grandeur.
He said that this is the second Diwali of the Delhi Government.
Last year, the Government organised a historic Diwali celebration at Kartavya Path, where 1.5 lakh diyas were lit. In contrast, this year, the government is organising a grand two-day celebration at Central Park, Connaught Place.