Thu Nov 14 12:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Varanasi Gears Up for Grand Dev Deepawali Celebrations
**Varanasi, India:** The holy city of Varanasi is set to illuminate the world with the radiant glow of millions of lamps during the upcoming Dev Deepawali festival. The celebrations will commence on Friday, coinciding with Kartik Purnima, with Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurating the festivities at the Namo Ghat by lighting the first lamp.
The event will witness the presence of prominent dignitaries, including Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and Union Minister Hardeep Puri. Over 17 lakh diyas, including 3 lakh made from cow dung, will illuminate the ghats, kunds, and temples of the city.
To ensure the safety of visitors, Varanasi has been declared a no-fly zone, with water police and other security personnel deployed. The event will feature a captivating 3D projection mapping laser show at Chet Singh Ghat, and a Green Crackers show on the sand across the Ganges, promising a spectacular visual treat for tourists.
The ghats of Kashi are adorned with vibrant lights and decorations, creating a festive ambience. The Maha Aarti will pay tribute to the brave warriors with the “Bhagirath Shaurya Samman”. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple will be embellished with flowers and the divine light of diyas, while the Ma Ganga Maha Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat will resonate with messages of bravery and patriotism.
**This year’s Dev Deepawali is expected to be one of the most grand and memorable celebrations, attracting devotees and tourists from across the globe to witness the spiritual and cultural grandeur of Kashi.**
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