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Varanasi Prepares for Dev Deepawali on Nov. 5 With 3D Shows, Fireworks and Massive Diya Lighting

Authorities promise tightly managed festivities, pairing crowd controls with curated light shows.

Overview

  • The main celebration falls on Kartik Poornima on November 5, about 15 days after Diwali, with ghats traditionally illuminated by vast numbers of diyas.
  • From November 3 to 5, Chetsingh Ghat and Ganga Dwar will host a 25-minute program featuring 3D projection mapping followed by an eight-minute laser sequence.
  • A 10-minute synchronized fireworks display is planned across a 1.5 km river stretch, reaching up to 200 meters and using eco-friendly crackers under international safety standards.
  • Officials say the state will supply 10 lakh diyas, while some reports suggest the total across ghats could exceed 25 lakh with contributions from local committees and volunteers.
  • The district administration expects more than 10 lakh visitors and is rolling out crowd and traffic measures, with a Ganga Mahotsav slated for November 1–4 and evening boat rides offered at published fare ranges.