🪔 About Dev Deepavali/ Kartik Purnima

On this day, thousands of earthen lamps are lit across all the Ghats of the sacred Ganga to celebrate Lord Shiv's appearance as a Jyotirlinga (endless column of fire) to Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu and to commemorate Lord Shiv's victory over Asura Tripurasura. Therefore, this day is also known as 'Tripurari Purnima.'

The appearance day of Lord Kartikeya, son of Lord Shiva, is also celebrated today. Defeat the demons of your life. Invite victory. Invoke the divine!

Other Celebrations

Karthigai Deepam

Karthigai Deepam, or Thirukarthigai, is an ancient festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Sri Lanka.

Karthigai Nakshatram Begins: 02:02 AM on Nov 24, 2026

Karthigai Nakshatram Ends: 11:25 PM on Nov 24, 2026

Tulsi Vivah Completion

The three-day Tulsi Vivah ceremony between Lord Vishnu (in the form of the Amla tree branch) and Devi Vrinda (in the form of the Tulsi plant) ends today.

Guru Nanak Jayanti

It is also the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of the Sikh faith.

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Yagna of Lord Shiva (16 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Wake up early, bathe, and wear clean clothes.
  • Light a lamp and perform simple puja of your chosen deity.
  • Do japa, meditation, and short stotra/recitation.
  • Keep the day sattvic and peaceful; practice self-reflection and gratitude.
  • Donate if possible (food, milk, fruits) or help someone in need.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eggs, non-vegetarian food, and alcohol.
  • Avoid anger, gossip, criticism, and harsh speech.
  • Avoid heavy/oily food and excessive sleep; keep the day simple and sattvic.