This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2025. On the main Diwali day, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are worshipped. Lighting lamps according to the auspicious Puja Muhurat and Choghadiya period is considered propitious. The festival of Diwali spans several days and holds significant religious, cultural, and spiritual importance.
Diwali 2025: As the festival of Dussehra 2025 will be celebrated on October 2, excitement among people regarding the date and auspicious timings of Diwali has grown. This year, Diwali will fall on Monday, October 20. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are primarily worshipped. The Diwali festival is celebrated for several days, from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj. Additionally, people celebrate it religiously, culturally, and spiritually through cleaning and decorating their homes, lighting lamps, and family gatherings.
Significance of Diwali and the Festival's Beginning
Diwali is not just a one-day festival; it is celebrated for several days. This festival begins with Dhanteras and concludes with Bhai Dooj.
- Dhanteras: This is the first day of Diwali, when Goddess Dhanvantari, the deity of wealth, and metals are worshipped. People consider buying gold, silver, and new utensils on this day to be auspicious.
- Narak Chaturdashi: The second day is known as Narak Chaturdashi or Chhoti Diwali (Small Diwali). On this day, Lord Krishna vanquished the demon Narakasura, and the festival is celebrated to commemorate this event.
- Deepawali (Main Diwali): On the third day, the main Diwali is celebrated on the Amavasya (new moon) tithi. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are worshipped, and lamps are lit in homes.
- Govardhan Puja and Anant Chaturdashi: Govardhan Puja takes place on the day after Diwali. On this day, people worship Govardhan Hill.
- Bhai Dooj: The final day of Diwali is celebrated as Bhai Dooj, which carries the message of sweetness and protection in the relationship between a brother and sister.
The festival of Diwali is profoundly significant from cultural and religious perspectives. This festival not only brings light and prosperity to homes but also strengthens social harmony, brotherhood, and family bonds in society.
Auspicious Timings for Diwali 2025
This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2025. On this day, the auspicious time for worshipping Goddess Lakshmi will be from 07:08 PM to 08:18 PM. Additionally, other important time periods and Muhurats are as follows:
- Pradosh Kaal: 05:46 PM to 08:18 PM
- Vrishabha Kaal: 07:08 PM to 09:03 PM
- Amavasya Tithi Begins: October 20, 2025, 03:44 PM
- Amavasya Tithi Ends: October 21, 2025, 05:54 PM
Nishita Kaal Muhurat
- Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 11:41 PM to 12:31 AM, October 21
- Nishita Kaal: 11:41 PM to 12:31 AM, October 21
- Simha Lagna: 01:38 AM to 03:56 AM, October 21
Diwali Choghadiya Muhurat
- Afternoon Muhurat (Char, Labh, Amrit): 03:44 PM to 05:46 PM
- Evening Muhurat (Char): 05:46 PM to 07:21 PM
- Night Muhurat (Labh): 10:31 PM to 12:06 AM, October 21
- Ushakal Muhurat (Shubh, Amrit, Char): 01:41 AM to 06:26 AM, October 21
Performing puja and lighting lamps according to these Muhurats is considered auspicious.
Diwali Puja and Traditions
On the day of main Diwali, special pujas are performed in homes. On this day, idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are installed, and mantras are chanted. Cleaning and decorating homes and offices are part of the tradition for this day. People create rangoli, light diyas (lamps), and prepare sweets.
On Diwali, the glow of diyas creates a special atmosphere in every home. Additionally, there is a tradition of bursting firecrackers during the festival, symbolizing joy and celebration. This festival is especially entertaining for children and also provides an opportunity to bring all family members together.
Diwali and Other Festivals
Diwali is not just a one-day festival; rather, it is celebrated for several days, including Dhanteras, Narak Chaturdashi, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj. In some regions, Goddess Kali is also worshipped during Diwali. Thus, Diwali is significant not only from a religious perspective but also from social and cultural viewpoints.
There is also a tradition of shopping during Dhanteras and Diwali. During this period, people buy new utensils, gold-silver, clothes, and electronic items. This is not only considered auspicious but also beneficial from an economic perspective.
Diwali and Spiritual Significance
The festival of Diwali is also spiritually significant. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. Lighting lamps, cleaning the house, and performing Lakshmi Puja are considered auspicious for spiritual purification and positive energy.
Furthermore, the festival of Diwali promotes harmony, brotherhood, and communal goodwill within families and society. This festival also provides an opportunity to impart traditional knowledge and cultural education to children and youth.
