Jaipur Announces Grand Diwali Celebration with Exciting Events

Jaipur's Diwali Festivities Unveiled

Jaipur. Mayor Sunil Kothari announced the "Diwali Happiness - Special Event 2026" during a press conference held at the municipal headquarters. This celebration will take place from October 31 to November 11, 2026. The press conference was also attended by Deputy Mayor Mrs. Saroj Kanwar and Commissioner Mr. Om Kasera.

Mayor Sunil Kothari stated, "Our commitment is to make Diwali in the Pink City clean, safe, and beautiful. This event is not just for the corporation but for the entire city — every citizen, trader, and institution should participate." He mentioned that the top 10 wards in the ward-level competition will receive a total of ₹1.80 crore for additional development projects, and he will personally honor the winners from all categories. The mayor urged residents to submit their entries on jaipurdiwali.com.

Deputy Mayor Saroj Kanwar called upon all councillors from the 150 wards to actively participate in the ward-level competition. Commissioner Om Kasera provided details about the cleanliness, safety, and online entry arrangements made under the mayor's guidance.

Special Programs

Five major events related to cleanliness and celebration are planned as part of the festivities.

1. Operation Clean Sweep 2.0 (October 31, Saturday) — A comprehensive cleanliness drive will be conducted across all 150 wards before Diwali. Cleaning will take place simultaneously in 13 zones, prioritizing main markets, roads, and public spaces. The corporation has appealed to citizens for cooperation and to avoid littering.


2. Cleanliness Service Marathon 2.0 (November 5, Thursday) — A collective service campaign dedicated to cleanliness, where sanitation workers, councillors, and citizens will work together. Outstanding wards will be rewarded under the ward competition.


3. Drone Show (November 7, Saturday, 9:00 PM, Assembly) — The night sky of the Pink City will be illuminated with drone lights, shapes, and messages. This display will be visible from across the city.


4. Fireworks (November 8, Sunday, 9:30 PM, Assembly) — The sky over Jaipur will sparkle with fireworks on Diwali night, visible from the fort walls, hills, and rooftops.


5. Special Decorations (November 8, Sunday) — Earthen lamps will light up streets, havelis, and monuments. Homes, markets, and public spaces will be adorned with rangoli, flowers, marigold garlands, and lanterns.

Competitions and Awards

All seven competitions will run from November 4 to 11, 2026. The top 10 wards in the ward-level competition will receive a total of ₹1.80 crore for additional development projects.

Competition 1 — Ward-Level Competition (for Ward Councillors): Each ward can submit its 50 best photos (from camera or gallery) showcasing cleanliness initiatives, innovations, and special efforts. Awards will be given as additional development projects:

• First: ₹51 lakh


• Second: ₹31 lakh


• Third: ₹21 lakh


• Fourth to Tenth (7 wards): ₹11 lakh each (total ₹77 lakh)

Decoration Competitions (Competitions 2 to 7):

2. Residential – Traditional Decoration: Rangoli, colorful designs, mandana, cow dung art, floral decorations, and other traditional adornments. Prizes: Electric two-wheelers (EV), LED TVs, smartphones.


3. Residential – Modern Decoration: Lighting, LED, and technical decorations in homes. Prizes: Electric two-wheelers (EV), LED TVs, smartphones.


4. Commercial Establishments: Shops, showrooms, shopping malls, supermarkets, hotels, resorts, office buildings, factories, and industrial establishments. Prizes: Appreciation plaques and certificates.


5. Institutional Establishments: Schools, colleges, government and semi-government offices, PSUs, hospitals, clinics, medical institutions, government buildings, banks, NGOs, religious and charitable sites. Prizes: Appreciation plaques and certificates.


6. Market – Heritage Area: Markets in Jaipur's heritage area (Pink City). Prizes: Appreciation plaques and certificates.


7. Market – Prizes: Appreciation plaques and certificates.

How to Participate

Entries can be submitted online on the portal jaipurdiwali.com from November 6 to 11, 2026, in four simple steps:

1. Registration — Register using your mobile number and select a category.


2. Photo Upload — Upload live photos taken with the portal's camera.


3. Evaluation — The jury will score based on published criteria.


4. Awards — Winners will be honored by Mayor Sunil Kothari.

Note: AI-generated or edited photos will not be accepted. No entries will be accepted after November 11, 2026.

Warm Greetings and Appeal

After the press conference, a Diwali gathering was held at the municipal complex. Mayor Sunil Kothari, along with Deputy Mayor Saroj Kanwar and Commissioner Om Kasera, extended Diwali wishes to media representatives.