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The Story of Akashganga

A celebration of light, culture and dharma — where the timeless traditions of Kashi meet the grandeur of a royal fort.

Akashgangais Varanasi's most immersive Dev Deepawali experience — an evening where storytelling, ceremony and hospitality come together on the banks of the river Ganges. Set within the walls of the 18th-century Ramnagar Fort, it is designed to let guests witness the sacred spectacle of Dev Deepawali the way it was always meant to be seen: from the river itself, surrounded by living heritage.

What began as an intimate gathering of a few hundred guests has grown into a signature celebration welcoming over a thousand, with a full cultural programme and national media — yet the soul of the evening remains unchanged: reverence for the river, the rituals and the city of Kashi.

The Two Minds Behind Akashganga

Akashganga was born from the partnership of two founders who share one belief — that the magic of Dev Deepawali deserves to be experienced with reverence, comfort and a sense of occasion.

Shanteshwar Prasad Singh

Shanteshwar Prasad Singh

Managing Director Kashi Riders

Shreyasi Sharma

Shreyasi Sharma

Founder Ghat Travels

The founders' vision for Akashganga
Group picture from Akashganga 2025 taken at chet singh fort on 5th November 2025

Akashganga Vision

“Our vision is to preserve, celebrate, and share the timeless spirit of Kashi through meaningful experiences that connect culture, heritage, and devotion. Akashganga aspires to become a living tribute to the traditions of Dev Deepawali, illuminating the grandeur of the Ganges while inspiring future generations to cherish the sacred legacy, artistry, and enduring soul of this eternal city.”

The Akashganga Journey

From a single flame to a river of light — a look back at how the celebration has grown, edition by edition.

Akashganga 2023

2023 · The First Flame

Guest showing the akashganga2023 tickets which lit the spark of Akashganga.]

Akashganga 2024

2024 · The Celebration Grows

[A larger edition with a musical program. ]

Akashganga 2025

2025 · A Signature Evening

[450+ guests, a full cultural programme and national media coverage.]

Glimpses of Akashganga 2025

Akashganga 2025
Akashganga 2025 · Varanasi
Guests at Akashganga 2025
Guests at Akashganga 2025
A night of light on the Ganges
A night of light on the Ganges

Explore the two festivals at the heart of the evening and the fort that hosts it: Kartik Purnima and Ramnagar Fort.

Be part of the 2026 celebration

24th November 2026 · Kartik Purnima · Ramnagar Fort, Varanasi

Milestones Behind the Glow

2023

The First Flame

Akashganga began its journey — a small, intimate gathering at Ramnagar Fort that lit the spark of something extraordinary.

300+ Guests2 Nights1 Vision

The Glow Spreads

The second edition scaled beautifully — more experiences, more stories, and a community of believers who returned for more.

800+ Guests3 Nights5 Experiences
2024
2025

A Legacy of Light

Three editions. A legacy of unforgettable moments woven into the timeless tapestry of Kashi's most sacred festival.

1500+ GuestsFull ProgrammeNational Media

The People Behind Akashganga

The team whose dedication holds up every edition of Akashganga — and we're always looking for passionate people to join them.

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Alok Kumar

Alok Kumar

Team Akashganga

Shubham Sahu

Shubham Sahu

Team Akashganga