Kali Puja and Diwali fall on Sunday, 8 November 2026, which leaves Kolkata homes less than two weeks to get the lights up. The marigolds can wait. The wiring cannot. This guide helps you buy Diwali lights in four groups (strip lights, rope lights, wall lights and chandeliers), with current prices and where each one works.
How to Buy Diwali Lights That Last Beyond the Festival
The smartest Diwali lights to buy are the ones you can use again after the festival. Strips suit coves and balconies, rope lights handle terraces and house outlines, and wall lights and a chandelier give the living room a look that lasts all year.
LED Strip Lights for Diwali: A Neat Glow Indoors
LED strip lights for Diwali are the easiest way to add a soft festive glow without drilling new points. A strip is a thin, flexible tape of LEDs that sits behind a TV unit or inside a false ceiling cove.
Our 12V strips come as 5 metre sets. The 12V 60 LED per metre strip is ₹225 a set in warm white or colours like pink, blue and red, and the brighter 120 LED version is ₹300. A 12V strip needs a driver, sold separately from ₹200.
A driver works like your phone charger. The wall socket gives 220V, the strip needs 12V, and the driver sits in between and converts it. Pick one with about 20 percent spare capacity so it runs cool.
Practical example: a covered balcony railing of about 12 ft in a Behala flat needs one 5 metre set. One warm white strip plus a matching 12V driver costs well under ₹650, and the same strip can stay up for Christmas.
For a long run without a driver, the 220V LED strip light plugs straight into mains and comes as a 10 metre set at ₹1,200.
See every option in our strip and rope lights collection.
Rope Lights for Diwali: Terraces, Gates and House Outlines
Rope lights for Diwali are thicker, tougher and made to be seen from the street. If a strip light is the thin zari border tucked inside a sari fold, a rope light is the marigold garland on the gate.
The R-5050/60 rope light runs on 220V and comes in a 50 metre roll at ₹2,500, in warm white, amber, red, pink, blue and more. An RGB roll that changes colour is ₹4,000.
Practical example: a two-storey house in Baranagar with a 40 ft front can trace the parapet and the main gate with one roll of amber rope light. Amber sits close to the colour of a diya flame, so from across the lane the house looks lit by lamps.
Rope lights for Diwali also suit boundary walls and para pandals.
Decorative Wall Lights That Stay Up After Diwali
Decorative wall lights are the best value buy of the season because they keep working long after the diyas are packed away. Put them beside the main door, the puja ghar or a feature wall.
Good picks at current prices:
- The Diamond Amber Glass wall light at ₹1,750, for a warm amber glow near the entrance
- The Maverick brass wall light at ₹1,650, with an LED halo ring behind the globe
- The Golden Globes brass wall light at ₹2,500, a twin glass design for a living room wall
- The D427 wall light from ₹700, a 3-in-1 model that switches between warm, natural and cool white
Practical example: in a Salt Lake flat, a pair of wall lights either side of the TV wall at about 5.5 ft from the floor gives a warm glow for evening adda, so the harsh ceiling light can stay off. More designs are in our wall lights collection.
Which Chandelier Suits a Living Room Before Guests Arrive?
A chandelier for the living room should match the ceiling height and the table below it, not just the budget. Under a standard 9 to 10 ft flat ceiling, a compact chandelier over the dining table works better than a large crystal piece in the centre of the room.
Prices start at ₹5,500 for the Moonstone Cluster opal glass chandelier, a calm, glare-free choice over a dining table.
The Cascading Amber chandelier at ₹14,500 pairs well with the amber wall light above for one warm theme.
Fix it to a strong hook in the slab, so book your electrician early. Compare every chandelier for the living room and dining area in our chandeliers and pendant lights collection.
More Decorative Lights to Add or Gift This Diwali
Diwali is also the season for gifting, and a decorative light outlasts any box of sweets. These picks cover every budget and room:
- The Aurela Radiance decorative wall light at ₹2,550, a statement piece for a feature wall
- The Golden Twins brass wall sconce at ₹2,250, a twin sconce for a staircase or corridor
- The Torch Bearer wall light at ₹2,000, dark metal and glass for an entrance
- The Gold Globe table lamp at ₹2,950, a bedside lamp that makes a lasting Diwali gift
- The 24V COB RGB strip light at ₹2,000, a smooth colour-changing line for a cove (driver extra)
- The Eclipse twin ring chandelier at ₹6,750, a modern pick for a drawing room
- The Blossom Vine chandelier at ₹8,850, a softer, floral look over a dining table
- The Radiance crystal disc chandelier at ₹15,000, for a large living room or double-height foyer
Diwali Lights Price List (as of 27 October 2026)
| Light | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12V strip light, 60 LED per metre | Coves, shelves, covered balconies | ₹225 per 5 m set (driver extra) |
| 220V strip light, 240 LED per metre | Long runs, no driver needed | ₹1,200 per 10 m set |
| R-5050/60 rope light | Terraces, gates, house outlines | ₹2,500 per 50 m roll |
| Decorative wall lights (picks above) | Entrance, puja ghar, feature wall | ₹700 to ₹2,550 |
| Chandeliers (picks above) | Dining table, living room, foyer | ₹5,500 to ₹15,000 |
| Gold Globe table lamp | Bedside, side table, Diwali gift | ₹2,950 |
Prices change, so check the product page before you order.
How to Plan Your Diwali Lights in 12 Days
- List each spot tonight: gate, balcony, terrace, living room, puja ghar.
- Measure every run in feet and divide by 3.3 to get metres.
- Choose rope lights for open terraces and strips for indoor and covered spots.
- Order wall lights and a chandelier first, because they need an electrician.
- Test everything two days before Kali Puja, not on the evening itself.
Buy Diwali Lights in Kolkata, Online or at the Showroom
Not sure where each light goes? Our guide to Diwali lights for home walks through 12 ideas for the balcony, main door and puja room.
Choose lights that still look good at Christmas and the next family wedding. Diamond Electrical Industries has lit Kolkata homes since 1958. Order online, or see every light switched on at our showroom at 11A, Esplanade East, above K.C. Das, Kolkata 700069.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which lights are best for Diwali decoration at home?
LED strip lights, rope lights, decorative wall lights and a chandelier cover every part of the home. Strips suit coves, rope lights suit terraces and gates, and wall lights and chandeliers dress the living room.
Do LED strip lights for Diwali need a driver?
Yes, 12V and 24V LED strip lights need a separate driver that converts 220V mains to low voltage. The 220V strip and the R-5050/60 rope light plug straight into mains and need no driver.
What is the difference between a strip light and a rope light?
A strip light is a thin, flat tape of LEDs for a neat indoor glow in coves and shelves. A rope light is thicker and sturdier, made for long outdoor runs on terraces, gates and boundary walls.
How many metres of rope light do I need for a house front?
Measure the edge in feet and divide by 3.3. A 40 ft parapet needs about 12 metres, so one 50 metre roll can cover the parapet, the gate and the terrace railing together.
Where can I buy Diwali lights in Kolkata?
Buy online at dewdiamond.com or visit the Diamond Electrical Industries showroom at 11A, Esplanade East, above K.C. Das, Kolkata 700069, to see strip lights, rope lights, decorative wall lights and chandeliers switched on.
