Diwali 2025: In Hinduism, the festival of Diwali holds special significance. Celebrated on the new moon day of Kartik month, it is believed that worshipping Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali brings prosperity and happiness to the household. According to ancient lore, this day marks Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after a 14-year exile, prompting a grand celebration with lamps. Diwali’s five-day festivities begin with Dhanteras and end on Bhai Dooj.


Here’s everything you need to know about Diwali 2025 dates and timings.


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Diwali 2025 Date In India:


Diwali will be celebrated on October 20, 2025. The ritual of Lakshmi Puja is traditionally performed after sunset. Diwali, often referred to as the 'Festival of Lights,' symbolises the victory of light over darkness.


Lakshmi Puja Muhurat For Diwali 2025:


According to the Hindu calendar, Kartik Amavasya starts at 3:44 PM on October 20, 2025, and ends at 5:54 PM on October 21, 2025.



  • Lakshmi Puja Timing: 7:08 PM - 8:18 PM (October 20)

  • Pradosh Kaal: 5:46 PM - 8:18 PM

  • Vrishabha Kaal: 7:08 PM - 9:03 PM

  • Nishita Kaal Muhurat: 11:41 PM - 12:31 AM (October 21)

  • Diwali 2025 Calendar

  • Dhanteras: October 17, 2025

  • Naraka Chaturdashi: October 18, 2025

  • Diwali: October 20, 2025

  • Kartik Amavasya: October 21, 2025

  • Govardhan Puja: October 22, 2025

  • Bhai Dooj: October 23, 2025


Auspicious Practices On Diwali:


On Diwali, devotees decorate their homes and shops with garlands of marigold flowers and hang mango, ashoka, and banana leaves. Placing a kalash with a coconut at the entrance is also considered auspicious. Cleanliness is particularly important as it is believed that Goddess Lakshmi enters only those homes that are kept clean and tidy.


For the Lakshmi Puja ritual, set up a worship space with a red cloth, placing beautifully adorned idols of Lord Ganesh and Goddess Lakshmi. During the evening, worshipping the lit lamps along with Lakshmi Puja is customary. Illuminate every corner of the home and courtyard with lamps to welcome the divine blessings.