Dev Deepawali 2024: Varanasi's Ghats Dazzle with Fireworks and Diyas
Celebrated on Kartik Purnima, Dev Deepawali brings millions to Varanasi for a night of spiritual festivities.
- Dev Deepawali, known as the 'Diwali of the Gods,' is celebrated on the full moon night of Kartik Purnima, occurring 15 days after Diwali.
- Varanasi's ghats are illuminated with over a million diyas and vibrant fireworks, attracting thousands of visitors.
- The festival commemorates Lord Shiva's victory over the demon Tripurasur, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended their wishes to the nation on this auspicious occasion.
- Devotees participate in rituals such as the Ganga Aarti and take holy dips in the river, celebrating the confluence of spirituality and culture.