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In pics | Dev Deepavali in Varanasi draws ambassadors from 70 nations

Last updated on - Nov 27, 2023, 20:51 IST
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Diplomats from over 70 nations attended the grand celebrations​

Ambassadors and diplomats from over 70 nations on Monday gathered in the historic city of Varanasi to partake in the grand celebrations of Dev Deepavali. (ANI)

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​MEA organised the dazzling display of cultural convergence

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) organised the dazzling display of cultural convergence where the guests witnessed the lighting of earthen lamps, alongside the mesmerising Ganga Arti and Dev Deepavali festivities at Kashi. (ANI)

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Lamps captivate audience ​

The festivities organised in the historic city include a laser and crackers show along with the illumination of the ghats with a staggering 12 lakh lamps. (ANI)

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​Varanasi in colours of 'Dev Deepavali'

Varanasi is adorned with brilliant lights and decorations for the grand celebration of 'Dev Deepawali'. The riverfront ghats of the Ganges from Ravidas Ghat to Rajghat are embellished with over a million earthen lamps. (ANI)

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​Green aerial firecracker display to showcase the grandeur of Dev Diwali​

Music under the moonlit sky, accompanied by a green aerial firecracker display will captivate the audience, showcasing the grandeur of Dev Diwali in Varanasi. (ANI)

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Seven to Eight lakh devotees to attend the celebrations​

Over seven to eight lakh devotees are expected to attend this year's celebration amid stringent security arrangements. UP CM Adityanath was seen lighting the lamps along with other diplomats. (ANI)

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