{
  "id": 18306377,
  "title": "Thane's Upvan Lake To Host First-Ever Diwali Wonderland 2026 From November 6; Over 50 Artists To Perform Live",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/thanes-upvan-lake-to-host-first-ever-diwali-wonderland-2026-from",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T12:11:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/thanes-upvan-lake-to-host-first-ever-diwali-wonderland-2026-from-november-6-over-50-artists-to-perform-live"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Thane's Upvan Lake will host its first-ever Diwali Wonderland 2026 from November 6 to 11. Organized by Yuva Sena and presented by the V.B. Group of Companies, the six-day carnival will see over 50 live performances from artists blending Indian and Western music. The official opening ceremony takes place on November 6 at 7:00 PM, with Maharashtra Minister for Transport Pratap Sarnaik and Thane Mayor Sharmila Pimpalolkar in attendance.\n\nKey highlights of the event include a traditional Diwali Pahat musical program on November 8 at 6:30 AM, photography and reel-making competitions for youth, and traditional attire contests. Thane District Administration has banned sky lanterns during Diwali to ensure public safety. The festival will feature decorative lighting, children's entertainment zones, and public lucky-draw contests.\n\nYuva Sena volunteers will also conduct a relief campaign for drought-affected farmers. Working President Purvesh Pratap Sarnaik invites residents to attend the festival to experience the cultural showcase and explore exclusive property deals in the area.",
  "summary": "Thane: Residents of Thane are set to experience a unique grand celebration this festive season with the maiden edition of 'DIWALI WONDERLAND 2026,' organized at the iconic Upvan Lake. Organized by Yuva Sena and presented by the V.B. Group of Companies, the six-day grand carnival will run from November 6 to November 11, 2026. The official inauguration is scheduled for Friday, November 6, at 7:00…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}