Major festival
Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali)
कार्तिक पूर्णिमा
Kartik Purnima, the full moon of Kartika, is kept as Dev Diwali on the ghats of Varanasi and honours Shiva's victory over Tripurasura; ritual bathing and lamp-floating are central.
Also known as: Dev Diwali · Tripuri Purnima · Kartik Poornima · Guru Nanak Jayanti season.
Presiding deity: Shiva / Vishnu.
Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali) dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali) 2026 | 24 Nov 2026 | Tuesday | All cities → |
| Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali) 2027 | 14 Nov 2027 | Sunday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali)?
Kartik Purnima, the full moon of Kartika, is kept as Dev Diwali on the ghats of Varanasi and honours Shiva's victory over Tripurasura; ritual bathing and lamp-floating are central.
What are the other names for Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali)?
Dev Diwali, Tripuri Purnima, Kartik Poornima, Guru Nanak Jayanti season.
When is Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali) 2026?
Tuesday, 24 November 2026 (India).
When is Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali) 2027?
Sunday, 14 November 2027 (India).
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