The ghats of Varanasi (Kashi) were illuminated with around 21 lakh earthen lamps on November 27

Dev Deepavali is celebrated on Kartik Purnima, the last full moon night of the Hindu month of Kartik

Residents, tourists, and dignitaries, including ambassadors from 70 countries, 150 delegates, and their families attended the event

A cruise was organised for the dignitaries to enjoy the spectacle in the best possible way

Kashi's ponds, lakes, Markandeya Mahadev on the Ganga-Gomti banks, and the Shastri Ghat on the Varuna river were lit up with lakhs of lamps

The government contributed 12 lakh lamps while voluntary organisations and the public made up for the rest