Dev Diwali 2024: Know Date, Significance, and Celebrations
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Dev Diwali 2024: Know Date, Significance, and Celebrations

When is Dev Diwali 2024?
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When is Dev Diwali 2024?

Dev Diwali is celebrated every year on Kartik Purnima. Although this festival is celebrated all over the country, it has special significance in Kashi.

Duration of the Full Moon Phase
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Duration of the Full Moon Phase

According to the Panchang, this time the full moon date of Kartik month will start from 06:19 AM on Friday, November 15, which will last till 02:58 AM late at night.

The Correct Date of Dev Diwali
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The Correct Date of Dev Diwali

According to Pt. Praveen Dwivedi, the sunrise of Kartik Purnima will be on November 15 & this date will remain throughout the day, hence Dev Diwali will be celebrated on this day.

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Why is Dev Diwali Celebrated?

According to belief, Lord Shiva killed Tripurasura on Kartik Purnima. In his happiness, the gods celebrated by lighting lamps, that is why Dev Diwali is celebrated.

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Significance of Dev Diwali in Kashi

Although Dev Diwali is celebrated all over the country, it has special significance in Kashi. It is believed that after killing Tripurasura, Lord Shiva came to Kashi. 

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The Belief of Dev Diwali

An ancient belief holds that on the full moon of Kartik, deities transform and visit Kashi, prompting people to light lamps in celebration.

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