JMC turns Diwali into a citywide celebration with prizesfor best decorations | Jaipur News – The Times of India

Mayor Sunil Kothari, Deputy Mayor Saroj Kanwar and Commissioner Om Prakash Kasera address media on Diwali program in Jaipur, Rajasthan on 03 November 2026.Jaipur residents will get an opportunity to showcase how they decorate their homes, markets and establishments, with the Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC) organising competitions across seven categories as part of its ‘Diwali Khushiyon Wali-2026’ celebrations.

Jaipur: This Diwali, Jaipur residents will get an opportunity to showcase how they decorate their homes, markets and establishments, with the Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC) organising competitions across seven categories as part of its ‘Diwali Khushiyon Wali-2026’ celebrations.Winners in both residential categories (traditional and modern) will receive prizes such as electric two-wheelers, LED televisions and smartphones. However, the corporation’s programme document does not specify which prize will go to which position.

Commissioner Om Prakash Kasera address media on Diwali program in Jaipur, Rajasthan on 03 November 2026.Jaipur residents will get an opportunity to showcase how they decorate their homes, markets and establishments, with the Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC) organising competitions across seven categories as part of its ‘Diwali Khushiyon Wali-2026’ celebrations.

Separate categories have been created for commercial establishments, institutions and markets. These include markets in the Walled City and outside. Winners will receive mementoes and certificates of appreciation.The ward-level competition will also offer substantial incentives. Councillors can submit 50 best photographs showcasing cleanliness initiatives, innovations and special efforts in their wards. The ward in first place will receive additional development works worth Rs 51 lakh, followed by Rs 31 lakh for the second position and Rs 21 lakh for the third. Wards ranked fourth to 10th will receive development works worth Rs 11 lakh each.

Diwali prizes on the display at JMC

Participants can register using their mobile numbers and upload live photographs on the portal between Nov 6 and 11. AI-generated or edited photographs will not be accepted.

Diwali prizes on the display at JMC

Meanwhile, a Safai Seva Marathon 2.0 will be organised on Nov 5, where sanitation workers, councillors and residents will participate. Outstanding wards will also be rewarded. A drone show will be held at Vidhan Sabha on Nov 7 at 9 pm, followed by fireworks at 9.30 pm on Nov 8.