In Pics | How India is celebrating Diwali amid Covid-19

As India celebrates Diwali amid coronavirus outbreak, let us take a look at some of the most iconic celebration pictures from around the country:

Devotees visit illuminated Akshardham temple on the eve of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, amidst the spread of Covid-19, in Gandhinagar. Credit: Reuters Photo

On Diwali eve, PM Modi appealed to the people to light a 'diya' as a

A view of the city of Jaipur illuminated on the eve of the Diwali Festival. Credit: PTI Photo

Deepotsav celebrations began in the holy city of Ayodhya in the presence of Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Credit: PTI Photo

Devotees light earthen lamps on the bank of Saryu River during Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya. Credit: PTI Photo

Devotees decorate Kedarnath temple with 10 quintals of flowers on the eve of the Diwali festival, in Kedarnath. Credit: PTI Photo

People light lamps at a temple on the eve of the Diwali festival in Bhopal. Credit: PTI Photo

An illuminated Golden Temple on the eve of the Diwali festival, in Amritsar. Credit: PTI Photo

Covid-19 patients celebrate 'Choti Diwali' at Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Noida Extension. Credit: PTI Photo

Women burn firecrackers as they celebrate Diwali festival in Bhopal. Credit: PTI Photo