Diwali, also called Deepawali, is one of Hinduism’s biggest celebrations. It happens on the 15th day of Kartik in the Hindu lunar calendar, the darkest night of the year. Homes glow with lamps, designs on the floor, and bright lights. The festival lasts five days, with different rituals each day. Here is this year’s Diwali schedule in simple terms.

Diwali 2025: Dates and Muhurat

Puja times (auspicious moments) from Drik Panchang:

Pradosh Kaal: 05:58 PM to 08:25 PM

Vrishabha Kaal: 07:08 PM to 09:03 PM

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 07:08 PM to 08:18 PM

Amavasya Tithi (new moon day) begins: 03:44 PM on October 20

Amavasya Tithi ends: 05:54 PM on October 21

Diwali 2025 full calendar

October 18: Dhanteras

October 20: Choti Diwali (Narak Chaturdashi)

October 20: Diwali and Lakshmi Puja

October 22: Govardhan Puja

October 23: Bhai Dooj

Five Diwali days and what they mean

Day 1: Dhanteras

People worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber for wealth and success.

Many buy new things such as gold, silver, or jewelry.

Day 2: Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)

Also called Choti Diwali, this day celebrates Lord Krishna’s win over the demon Narakasura.

Day 3: Diwali

The return of Lord Rama, Mata Sita, and Lakshman to Ayodhya symbolizes good winning over evil.

Homes light lamps, appeal with rangoli designs, and decorate with lights. In the evening, people pray to Lakshmi and Ganesh.

Day 4: Govardhan Puja

This day honors Govardhan Parvat. Legend says Lord Krishna lifted a mountain to save people from Indra’s storm.

Day 5: Bhai Dooj

The festival ends with brothers and sisters celebrating their special bond.

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