Chhoti Diwali 2024: Chhoti Diwali is also known as Narak Chaturdashi or Roop Chaudas, which is observed every year on the Chaturdashi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik. According to Hindu beliefs, Chhoti Diwali is also celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, making the worship of Hanuman Ji especially significant on this day.
Additionally, the tradition of offering lamps to Lord Yama (the God of Death) is observed, symbolising protection and blessings. However, this year there is some confusion about the date of Chhoti Diwali, as some are celebrating it on October 30, while others on October 31.
Here’s the details about Chhoti Diwali, Narak Chaturdashi in 2024:
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Date And Time Of Chhoti Diwali In 2024:
This year, Narak Chaturdashi falls on the Chaturdashi Tithi, which begins at 1:16 PM on October 30 and ends at 3:53 PM on October 31. According to tradition, Chhoti Diwali is celebrated in the evening, so the festival will be observed on October 30, Wednesday.
Significance Of Chhoti Diwali:
Also known as Roop Chaudas and Narak Chaturdashi, Chhoti Diwali is a day associated with beauty, health, and strength. In some regions, Hanuman Jayanti is also celebrated on this day. People clean and decorate their homes, shops, and businesses with flowers and lights. In the evening, 14 lamps are lit, including a four-faced lamp dedicated to Lord Yama, which is placed outside the house. People also exchange sweets with friends, family, and neighbors as part of the celebrations.
Dates For The Five-Day Diwali Festival:
This year, the five-day Diwali festival begins on October 29 with Dhanteras, followed by Narak Chaturdashi on October 30, the main Diwali festival on October 31, Govardhan Puja (Annakoot) on November 2, and concludes with Bhai Dooj and Chitragupta Puja on November 3.