IN PHOTOS | Diwali 2024 season is here! From diyas to clay lanterns, glimpses from festive preparations
Updated On: 20 October, 2024 08:50 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Diwali, one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, is just 10 days away, and the country is preparing to welcome it with pomp and show. Artisans are busy creating diyas, lanterns and other Diwali décor pieces. Here are some glimpses. (Pics: AFP/PTI)
01
02
A potter paints diyas (earthen lamps) ahead of Diwali at his workshop in New Delhi
03
A potter packs diyas for sale at his workshop in New Delhi
04
An artisan packs diyas after applying colours on them at her workshop in Hyderabad
05
A potter makes diyas ahead of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, at a workshop in Faridabad
06
A potter makes diya in Dehradun
07
A potter prepares clay lanterns in Jalandhar
08
Women in border villages and members of 'Nari shakti' self-help groups under UMEED scheme make earthern lamps and diyas ahead of Diwali at a village near the border in Jammu
09
A potter makes diyas in Hyderabad
Recommended Photos
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Photo of Day
Divine craftsmanship
Ahead of Navratri, an artist adds final touches to an idol of Goddess Durga at a workshop in Chinchpokli. Pic/Ashish Raje