Dev Deepawali 2025: Where India Glows with Millions of Lamps

What is Dev Deepawali?

Dev Deepawali, also known as the “Festival of Gods,” is celebrated on Kartik Purnima. It marks the day when the gods are believed to descend to bathe in the Ganges. On this night, riverbanks across India shine with countless oil lamps.

Prayagraj – Lamps on the Triveni Sangam

In Prayagraj, thousands of devotees gather at the Triveni Sangam—where Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati meet—to offer diyas. The sight of floating lamps on the confluence is truly mesmerizing.

Ayodhya—The City of Lord Ram in Divine Light

Ayodhya celebrates Dev Deepawali with grandeur. The banks of the River Saryu glow with lakhs of diyas, and the Ram Janmabhoomi complex is decorated with lights, bhajans, and fireworks.

Ujjain – Divine Glow by the Shipra River

In Ujjain, the city of Lord Mahakal, thousands of diyas illuminate the Shipra River. Special prayers are held at the Mahakaleshwar Temple, filling the air with devotion and light.

Varanasi—The Grandest Celebration

No place celebrates Dev Deepawali like Varanasi. From Dashashwamedh to Assi Ghat, more than a million lamps light up the Ganges. Devotees perform Ganga Aarti, and the entire city glows with divine energy.

Haridwar—Spiritual Radiance at Har Ki Pauri

At Haridwar’s Har Ki Pauri, the evening Ganga Aarti and lamp offerings create a breathtaking scene. Pilgrims light diyas and let them float on the holy river, symbolizing purity and devotion.

The Message of Dev Deepawali

Dev Deepawali reminds us that even a single lamp can dispel the darkest night. It is a celebration of purity, peace, and the eternal victory of light over darkness.