‘Far More Decked Up’: Gurugram CEO's 3-Hour Drive On Diwali Ends With A Realisation — Noida Is Winning The Festive

Happy Diwali 2025, everyone! The season of lights, sweets and firecrackers is here. From cleaning our house to decorating every small corner with flowers and rangolis, Diwali is all about spreading joy and happiness. Now, a video of Diwali decor from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has surfaced online. The clip, shared on X (formerly Twitter), opens to a night scene with colourful rice lights making the buildings and trees stand out.

If you are wondering that the post was just about lights, you can’t be more wrong here. It has sparked a friendly debate online: Is Noida shining brighter than Gurugram on Diwali?

The clip was shared by Rajesh Sawhney, founder and CEO of GSF Accelerator.

Gurugram To Noida Via Delhi – A Diwali Drive To Remember 

Sharing his experience

on X (formerly Twitter), Sawhney wrote, “It took 3 hours+ to get from Gurugram to Noida for family Diwali dinner tonight. Seems like Noida is far more decked up than Gurugram for Diwali.”

It took 3 hours+ to get from Gurugram to Noida for Family Diwali Dinner tonight.

Seems like Noida is far more decked up than Gurugram for Diwali. 🪔 pic.twitter.com/R3l8SNEOdc

— Rajesh Sawhney 🇮🇳 (@rajeshsawhney) October 17, 2025

The video quickly caught the attention of Desis online.

Social Media Reviews Noida Vs Gurugram Diwali Celebration 

People were quick to jump into the discussion. A user commented, “Noida is always beautiful, chief!” to which Sawhney replied, “My brother feels the same.”

Another said, “Two hours is a normal time. You are lucky you reached in three hours.” To this, Sawhney clarified, “Almost close to 4 hours actually.”

Others added their own take on the festive showdown. “Gurgaon or Noida, nothing beats Dilli ki Diwali,” one person said.

Another shared, “Always believed that Noida is real hardcore business money… Gurugram is more job/loan kind of money. Both good in their own domains.”

Google’s Grand Diwali Bash In Bengaluru

While the Noida vs Gurugram debate continues, another video is giving viewers a peek inside Google’s Bengaluru office, where employees celebrated Diwali in full swing.

The clip opens to work stations decorated with marigold garlands and bowls of namkeen placed next to them. Next, we get a glimpse of the lavish food counters offering everything from pani puri and chaat to kebabs, noodles, and desserts topped with nuts and chocolate.

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The video also shows fun activities and customised gift boxes prepared for the team, giving a glimpse of Google’s signature festive spirit.

Shared on October 17, the video has already crossed 2 million views on Instagram and continues to draw admiration for its food spread and festive vibe.