Dev Deepawali 2026: Date, Muhurat, Rituals & Significance Revealed!

• Dev Deepawali, the 'Festival of Lights for the Gods', is celebrated on Kartik Purnima, 15 days after Diwali.
• In 2026, it falls on Tuesday, November 24, with Pradoshakal Muhurat from 5:08 PM to 7:47 PM.
• Originates from Lord Shiva's victory over the demon Tripurasura, celebrated by gods taking a holy dip in Ganga.
• Key rituals include Deepdan (offering oil lamps to Ganga), grand Ganga Aarti, and Ganga Snan for spiritual cleansing.
• Signifies India's rich cultural heritage and the triumph of light over darkness, with diyas representing purity and divine energy.

Why It Matters: Dev Deepawali 2026 celebrates divine victory and light, with rituals centered on the Ganga.