Friends, Diwali is the biggest festival of Hindus. It is celebrated to mark the return of Lord Rama after 14 years of exile and the slaying of Ravana. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and truth over falsehood. This festival brings with it a sense of joy, new beginnings, and spiritual awakening. Let's find out when Diwali will be celebrated.

When is Diwali in 2025?

This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2025.

Kartik Amavasya begins: October 20th at 3:45 pm

Kartik Amavasya ends: October 21st at 5:50 pm

Diwali is celebrated on Kartik Amavasya, the darkest night of the lunar month.

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat

The most auspicious time to perform Lakshmi Puja on Diwali is:

7:08 pm to 8:18 pm (Time: 1 hour 10 minutes)

During this time, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Ganesha to seek blessings of wealth, happiness, and prosperity in the coming year.

Traditional Celebrations

In the days leading up to Diwali, homes are thoroughly cleaned and decorated. Goddess Lakshmi only enters clean and well-lit homes.

Colorful rangoli and earthen lamps adorn doorways and courtyards.

In the evening, families come together to perform Lakshmi-Ganesh puja, lighting lamps, bursting firecrackers, and distributing sweets.

Five-day festival

Dhanteras – October 18

Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) – October 19

Diwali (main festival) – October 20

Govardhan Puja – October 21

Bhai Dooj – October 22