<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>Niantic is back with the Festival of Lights event for Pok&eacute;mon GO Trainers, and it&rsquo;s bringing extra sparkle and excitement this year. From October 18 to 23, Trainers across India can catch special Pok&eacute;mon, earn bonuses, and enjoy exclusive in-game activities. Keep an eye out for Pikachu wearing a saree and Pikachu in a kurta while exploring your surroundings.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>The event is not just on your phone; there are special on-ground activations at Nexus Mall, Koramangala in Bengaluru and Nexus Select CityWalk in New Delhi on October 18 and 19.</span></p>
<h2><span style=”color: #ba372a;”><strong>Pok&eacute;mon GO Festival Of Lights: Bonuses &amp; Special Pok&eacute;mon</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>During the Festival of Lights, Trainers can enjoy double Stardust for every Pok&eacute;mon caught and double Incense duration (except Daily Adventure Incense).&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>Spinning Pok&eacute;Stops might even give you stickers featuring Pikachu in festive outfits. Pok&eacute;mon from previous Festival of Lights seasons, like Ponyta, Chinchou, Volbeat, Litwick, and Morelull, will appear more often when you use Incense, adding a touch of nostalgia and fun to the adventure.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>Some rare Shiny Pok&eacute;mon might also show up if luck is on your side. Raids will feature Pikachu in a saree or kurta, and Festival-themed Field Research tasks can also reward encounters with these festive Pikachu.</span></p>
<h2><span style=”color: #ba372a;”><strong>Pok&eacute;mon GO Festival Of Lights: On-Ground Events &amp; Challenges</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>Trainers visiting Nexus Mall Koramangala in Bengaluru or Nexus Select CityWalk in New Delhi on October 18 and 19 can enjoy live Festival of Lights experiences beyond the game.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>In addition, the in-game Collection Challenges and Timed Research tasks let Trainers earn Premium Raid Passes, Rare Candy, Pok&eacute; Balls, XP, Stardust, and festive Pikachu encounters.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>Niantic has been adding India-themed Pok&eacute;mon and local events over the years to make the game more engaging, fun, and inclusive.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style=”font-weight: 400;”>The Festival of Lights 2025 promises a mix of in-game adventure, real-world excitement, and plenty of chances to catch rare and Shiny Pok&eacute;mon.</span></p>

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