Dev Deepawali in Varanasi 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Boat Bookings, Timings, and Ghat Views Varanasi, or Kashi, does not merely host festivals; it embodies them. While the city draws seekers year-round to its ancient stone steps and the rhythmic clanging of temple bells, there is one night when the line between the earthly realm and the divine completely dissolves. That night is Dev Deepawali —the Diwali of the Gods.
Chitragupt Puja & Bhai Dooj- Varanasi Tours, the 2nd Online Chiragupta Puja( Dawaat Puja) Every year Chitragupta Puja is celebrated two days after Diwali , and this year the festival is being observed today, i.e., on 16 November 2020. It is a day when Kayasthas worldwide celebrate Chitragupta Puja and pray for the well-being of the universe and their loved ones. The festival is also known as the Dawaat (inkpot) Puja. Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Chitragupta on the second day of Shukla Paksha (second fortnight according to Hindu Mythology) in the month of Kartik can help seek Lord's blessings Chitragupta, the one who keeps the log of every person's good and bad deeds. There is quite an interesting story associated with this festival. The Story Behind Chitragupta Puja In Hindu Mythology, it is believed that Lord Brahma created the entire universe. He gave the responsibility of deciding which soul should be sent to heaven and hell to Lord Yama, the God of death. B...