Diwali 2025: Is it on October 20 or 21? Check the Correct Date, Puja Muhurat & Rituals
Confusion about Diwali 2025’s date has left devotees wondering — will the festival of lights fall on October 20 or 21 this year? According to the Hindu Panchang, the Amavasya Tithi begins on October 20 at 3:44 PM and ends on *October 21 at 5:54 PM. After careful consideration, experts and the *Kashi Vidwat Parishad have confirmed that Diwali 2025 will be celebrated on October 20 (Monday).
📅 Diwali 2025 Date & Lakshmi Puja Muhurat
Date: October 20, 2025 (Monday)
Amavasya Tithi: Begins 3:44 PM (Oct 20) – Ends 5:54 PM (Oct 21)
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 7:08 PM to 8:18PM
This timing aligns with the *Pradosh Kaal and Vrishabha Kaal, which are considered highly auspicious for *Goddess Lakshmi’s blessings.
🎇 The 5-Day Diwali 2025 Festival Schedule
Day
Date
Celebration
Day 1
October 18
Dhanteras – worship of wealth & purchase of gold/silver
Day 2
October 19
Naraka Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) – cleansing rituals
Day 3
October 20
Diwali / Lakshmi Puja – main festival of lights
Day 4
October 21
Govardhan Puja / Annakut – worship of Lord Krishna
Day 5
October 22
Bhai Dooj – celebration of sibling love
Significance of Diwali
Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and victory over Ravana. The lighting of diyas symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Homes are cleaned, decorated, and illuminated to welcome Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity and happiness.
Simple Lakshmi Puja Rituals at Home
- Clean your home and decorate with flowers and rangoli.
- Place idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha on a clean altar.
- Offer flowers, sweets, coins, and rice.
- Light diyas and recite “Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah”.
- Perform the Lakshmi Aarti and distribute prasad.
- Celebrate Diwali with devotion, joy, and gratitude — spreading light, positivity, and love around you.
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