LAHORE: Various temples in Lahore have been decorated with colourful lights for Diwali, the biggest festival in Hinduism, according to a spokesperson for the Parks & Horticulture Authority (PHA).

`The PHA adorned Krishna Mandir on Ravi Road, the historic Valmiki Temple in the Neela Gumbad area, and the Jain Mandir near Old Anarkali Bazaar, said a spokesperson for the PHA in a press release on Friday.

Traditionally, he said, a special ceremony to celebrate Diwali is held at Krishna Mandir, where Hindus from across Punjab attend the event.

These lights are a gift from the PH A to the Hindu community, the spokesperson added, noting that Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus around the world with special prayers in temples.

RETRIEVED: In various operations carried out in multiple blocks of Johar Town over the last couple of days, LDA teams retrieved around 120 kanals from illegal occupants, according to a spokesperson.

-Staff Reporter