Update, 11 November 2026: The pause is over. Ticket booking reopened after the Annakut shringar.
In short: Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple stays open on Dhanteras and Diwali 2026. All ticket booking will pause from the Shringar Bhog Aarti on the afternoon of 9 November until the Saptarishi Aarti on the evening of 10 November, for Annakut preparations, a temple official said on 3 November.
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| What is paused | All ticket booking at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, for Annakut |
|---|---|
| Pause window | Shringar Bhog Aarti, 9 November (afternoon) to Saptarishi Aarti, 10 November (evening) |
| Announced by | Shambhu Sharan, SDM at the temple, on 3 November |
| Dhanteras and Diwali | Temple open, darshan as usual, online booking continues |
| Sugam Darshan | Not offered on 7, 8, 9, 10 and 24 November (Amar Ujala) |
| Mangala Aarti | 100 tatkal tickets daily at 11 am on the temple website |
| Busiest days | Diwali (8 November), Annakut (9 November), Dev Deepawali (24 November) |
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What was announced?
Shambhu Sharan, SDM at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, said on 3 November that devotees can have darshan as usual on Dhanteras and Diwali, and that online ticket booking will continue on those days, Aaj Tak and Metro Vaartha reported. The only break is the pause for Annakut: all ticket categories stop from the afternoon Shringar Bhog Aarti on 9 November until the evening Saptarishi Aarti on 10 November. Other temple services carry on as normal.
The Dham will be decorated with flowers, garlands and lights for the festivals, and the nearby Annapurna Temple will hold Diwali celebrations with special flower decoration, according to Aaj Tak.
What about Sugam Darshan and Mangala Aarti?
An earlier Amar Ujala report (31 October) said Sugam Darshan tickets on the temple website and app would not be offered on 7, 8, 9 and 10 November and on 24 November, because of the crowds expected on Diwali (8 November), Annakut (9 November) and Dev Deepawali (24 November). It said Sugam Darshan booking stays open for every slot on 22 and 23 November and from 25 to 30 November.
The same report said general Mangala Aarti tickets were showing no availability online, while 100 tatkal tickets are released on the temple website each day at 11 am. Since the 3 November statement says online booking continues during Diwali, check the official temple website or app for the exact ticket and date you want before you travel.
What should yatris do?
- Check the official site or app early: booking pauses from the 9 November afternoon aarti to the 10 November evening aarti, and Sugam Darshan may not be offered on 7 to 10 November.
- Expect large crowds on Diwali (8 November), Annakut (9 November) and Dev Deepawali (24 November); join the general queue early and keep your plans flexible.
- Use only the official Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple website or app for tickets.
- Coming for Dev Deepawali? See our Dev Deepawali Varanasi guide.
For queues, timings and what to carry, read our Kashi Vishwanath darshan guide. You can also see our Kashi and Ayodhya yatra packages.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kashi Vishwanath open on Diwali 2026?
Yes. Shambhu Sharan, SDM at the temple, said on 3 November that devotees can have darshan as usual on Dhanteras and Diwali, and that online ticket booking continues on those days.
When exactly is ticket booking paused?
All ticket categories stop from the afternoon Shringar Bhog Aarti on 9 November until the evening Saptarishi Aarti on 10 November, for Annakut preparations. Other temple services carry on as normal.
Can I book Sugam Darshan for Dev Deepawali on 24 November?
Amar Ujala reported on 31 October that Sugam Darshan would not be offered on 24 November, or on 7 to 10 November. It said booking stays open for every slot on 22 and 23 November and from 25 to 30 November.
How can I get a Mangala Aarti ticket?
On 31 October general Mangala Aarti tickets were showing no availability online. 100 tatkal tickets are released on the temple website each day at 11 am, so check the official website or app on the morning you plan to book.
Where should I book tickets?
Use only the official Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple website or app. Check the exact ticket and date you want there before you travel, as the festival rules change by day.
Sources
- Source: Aaj Tak, Kashi Vishwanath open on Diwali and Dhanteras (3 Nov 2026)
- Source: Metro Vaartha, temple to remain open on Dhanteras, Diwali (3 Nov 2026)
- Source: Amar Ujala, Sugam Darshan dates in November (31 Oct 2026)
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