Devotees of Lord Shiva, the destroyer and giver, find a deep connection with him. Astrology suggests Aries, Cancer, Aquarius, ...

Chamoli's SDM Raj Kumar Pandey stated that houses are covered with debris, cowsheds were damaged, and roads are blocked.

Kartik Purnima is also celebrated as Dev Deepawali, this auspicious day is dedicated not only to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu but also to Lord Shiva.

"Na me dvesha rāgau na me lobha mohauMado naiva me naiva mātsarya bhāvah Na dharmo na chārtho na kāmo na mokshah Chidānanda ...