Dev Diwali, also known as Dev Deepavali, is one of the most auspicious festivals in Hinduism. Celebrated with immense enthusiasm and devotion, it falls on Purnima Tithi in the month of Kartik.

This year, Dev Diwali will be celebrated on November 15, 2024. The festival is particularly significant in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.where millions of devotees gather to mark the occasion.

Dev Diwali 2024: Key dates and times

Purnima Tithi begins: November 15, 2024

End of Purnima Tithi: November 16, 2024

Pradosh Kaal Dev Deepavali Muhurat: November 15, 2024 – 5:10 p.m. to 7:47 p.m.

Importance of Dev Diwali

Dev Diwali celebrates the victory of Lord Shiva over the demon Tripurasur. It is a day of spiritual significance and divine triumph. According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that on this holy day, all the gods and goddesses descended on Earth, gathering in the holy city of Varanasi to honor the victory of Lord Shiva. The festival marks a time when divine energy is believed to be at its peak, making it one of the most revered occasions in the Hindu calendar.

In Varanasi, the city is illuminated with thousands of diyas (oil lamps) as people decorate their homes, streets and temples with lights. This creates a spectacular spectacle, with the Ganga Ghats becoming the center of celebrations. The festival is especially significant in Varanasi, where thousands of devotees flock to the ghats, perform prayers and offer deep daan (lamp offerings) in the river, creating an ethereal and spiritually charged atmosphere.

Dev Diwali 2024: Rituals and celebrations

Dev Diwali is celebrated on Kartik Purnima, a day considered one of the most sacred for the performance of various puja rituals. Devotees indulge in various spiritual activities, including bathing in the holy river Ganga, offering prayers to Lord Vishnu for prosperity and fasting to mark the occasion.

It is also a time to honor Lord Shiva for his triumph over Tripurasur. People light diyas, perform pujas and participate in rituals that symbolize the removal of darkness and the advent of light and wisdom.

The city of Varanasi sees an influx of pilgrims who take part in celebrations, including the famous Deep Daan ceremony. Devotees light thousands of diyas and float them on the river, creating a mesmerizing scene of lights reflecting on the water. The festival recalls the eternal victory of good over evil and the importance of faith, devotion and spirituality.

THE Pradosh Kaal Dev Deepavali Muhurat on November 15, from 5:10 p.m. to 7:47 p.m.is considered the most auspicious time for performing prayers and rituals, especially for those observing fast and participating in Deep Daan.

Why Varanasi is the heart of Dev Diwali

While Dev Diwali is celebrated across India, in Varanasi establishes itself as the epicenter of the festivities. The city’s connection with Lord Shiva, combined with its spiritual heritage, makes it the most important location for Dev Diwali. The grandeur of the Ganges ghats and the sight of thousands of lights floating on the river create an atmosphere unmatched anywhere else in the country.

Every year, millions of pilgrims and locals participate in the spiritual rituals, transforming Varanasi into a divine spectacle. The day is marked by prayers, celebrations and a shared sense of collective respect for the divine.

Celebrate the spirit of Dev Diwali

Dev Diwali is a time of spiritual renewall, faith and the celebration of divine victories. Whether you are in Varanasi or elsewhere, this day offers an opportunity for devotion, reflection and participation in the great traditions that unite the Hindu community around the world.

With millions of diyas lighting up the night and prayers ringing in the air, Dev Diwali remains one of the most beloved festivals in Hindu culture.