Kartika Purnima is a vibrant celebration observed on the full moon day of the Kartika month in the Hindu lunar calendar. It is highly significant in both Hindu and Jain traditions. On this day, the moon shines at its brightest,

Know the date, auspicious timings, and spiritual significance of this festival, celebrated as the 'Festival of Divine Light.' Learn about the rituals and worship methods that mark this sacred day, honoring the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Much like how Diwali is celebrated across the country with lamps on Kartik Amavasya, fifteen days later, Kartik Purnima marks a "Diwali" for the gods.

Kartik Purnima falls on November 15 this year. The festival celebrates Lord Vishnu. Devotees will observe fasts and offer prayers. Ritual baths and lighting lamps are common practices. People also gather at Ganga Ghats for a holy dip.

Dev Diwali, a prominent Hindu festival honoring Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, will be celebrated on November 15, 2024. The festival commemorates Lord Shiva's victory over the demon Tripurasura and is observed with great enthusiasm in Varanasi,