Large crowds gathered at the Ghanta Ghar clock tower to mark the festival of lights on Sunday.
A large number of people gathered at the iconic Ghanta Ghar at Lal Chowk in Srinagar on Sunday to celebrate Diwali. According to reports by ANI and News18, the landmark was decorated with vibrant lights and earthen lamps.
Revellers lit rows of traditional diyas near the clock tower, and the celebrations were marked by chants of 'Jai Shree Ram'. Security personnel deployed at the spot also participated in the tradition of lighting diyas.
Visitors from Gujarat and New Delhi expressed happiness regarding the festive atmosphere. One visitor from Gujarat told ANI that it felt good to celebrate Diwali at Lal Chowk, while a visitor from New Delhi noted that Kashmir has changed a lot.
Indian Army personnel stationed along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir also celebrated the festival. Away from their families, the jawans marked the occasion within their units by lighting lamps and performing a sacred puja.
The festivities were witnessed across the valley as people took part in the celebrations on Sunday.
