Dev Deepawali 2025 In Varanasi: Millions Of Diyas, Ganga Aarti, And Laser Shows Light Up The Holy City — See Magical Moments

As the sacred city of Varanasi prepares to celebrate Dev Deepawali 2025 on November 5, the ghats along the Ganga are set to dazzle with over 10 lakh diyas, creating a breathtaking celestial glow. Known as the “Diwali of the Gods,” this festival marks the divine descent of deities to Earth and symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness.

From grand Aartis and laser shows to soulful cultural performances, the entire city transforms into a vibrant reflection of faith, devotion, and timeless spirituality.

 

Kashi is all set for a breathtaking Dev Deepawali celebration on November 5, blending faith, culture, and modern technology. The sacred event will illuminate Varanasi’s iconic Ganga ghats with 10 lakh diyas, alongside eco-friendly fireworks and a spectacular “Kashi Katha” 3D projection show, creating a mesmerising fusion of devotion and innovation.

The festival aims to present Varanasi as a symbol of harmony between spirituality and progress. The “Kashi Katha” 3D show and green fireworks will highlight the city's deep-rooted traditions while embracing modern sustainability, making this year’s Dev Deepawali a truly immersive experience.

A massive illumination plan is in place, with 8 lakh diyas set to light up 88 main ghats — managed by 83 local committees — and 2 lakh diyas to adorn 97 other locations across the city. Every route, riverfront, and government building will be decorated, turning Varanasi into a glowing canvas of devotion and beauty.

To amplify the spiritual experience, a Collective Ganga Aarti will take place simultaneously at eight major ghats, including Dashashwamedh, Assi, and Namo Ghats. The “Kashi Katha” 3D projection and laser show will begin at 7:30 PM, followed by green fireworks at 8:00 PM near Ganga Dwar, offering a perfect blend of divinity and digital art.

This year’s celebration focuses on inclusive growth. Thousands of potter families and women’s self-help groups are actively producing diyas, making the festival a symbol of empowerment and local craftsmanship. The initiative also promotes rural tourism, connecting devotion with livelihood opportunities.

The UP Tourism Department is expanding the celebration to rural areas of Varanasi and Jaunpur districts, including Madhopur, Chandrawati, Umrah, and Rahati. At Shooltankeshwar Mahadev Temple Ghat in Madhopur, 500 locally made diyas will light up the banks, accompanied by heritage storytelling on Lord Shiva’s legend.

A grand regional celebration at Shravan Dham, Chuitipara (Ambedkar Nagar) will feature 21,000 diyas, Bhajan Sandhya, folk dance, and Rangoli competitions to showcase the beauty of rural devotion.

Celebrated on Kartik Purnima, fifteen days after Diwali, Dev Deepawali marks Lord Shiva’s victory over demon Tripurasura, symbolising the triumph of divine power over evil. The festival’s Deepdan (offering of lamps) honors both Lord Shiva and the Ganga River, and also pays tribute to India’s martyrs.

For those attending, the weather on November 5 will be ideal — a sunny day followed by a clear, cool night with temperatures between 29°C and 20°C, ensuring a perfect backdrop for this celestial celebration.

Dev Deepawali is more than just a festival — it’s a divine experience that unites thousands in prayer, celebration, and reverence. As millions of lamps shimmer across the Ganga, the spirit of Varanasi shines brighter than ever, reminding the world why this ancient city remains the eternal symbol of India’s spiritual and cultural heritage.