When Is Diwali 2024? All About Dates, Timing And Shubh Vidhi Puja!

Diwali 2024 Date and Time: Get ready to brighten up your houses and lives as the festival of lights, Diwali 2024, is almost here!

Diwali 2024 Date and Time: It’s time to shine and have fun in our new traditional outfits! Diwali 2024 is almost here. However, if you are still confused about the dates and timings of Shubh Vidhi Puja and Laxmi Puja, let us guide you. As per Drik Panchang, Diwali is on October 31. Lakshmi Puja will also take place on this day since the new moon will be visible that evening.

Diwali 2024 Dates, Timings And More

Diwali is celebrated on the new moon day in the month of Kartik, and this year, the new moon appears over two days—October 31 and November 1. In Hindu culture, dates are very important, especially the Udaya Tithi. Festivals and fasting are usually observed according to this sunrise date. Because of this, some people choose to celebrate Diwali on November 1, as per Udaya Tithi.

Meanwhile, others believe that Diwali and Lakshmi Puja should be celebrated during the Pradosh Kaal which falls on the evening of  October 31. Moreover, as per Vedic scriptures, Lakshmi Puja should be performed on Amavasya. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi first appeared during the Pradosh Kaal, which makes it a crucial time to worship her and perform rituals. On October 31, the Pradosh Kaal is from 5:36 PM to 8:11 PM. 

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Amavasya Tithi Time And Date

In 2024, according to Vedic Panchang,  Amavasya Tithi starts on October 31 at 3:12 PM and will continue till the evening of November 1. However, as per dome calendars,  Amavasya will finish on November 1. Generally, the Udaya Tithi is given prioritised for festival celebrations, but sometimes specific timings are also taken into consideration. Hence, according to Hindu scholars and Pandits, celebrate Diwali on October 31. It is a great time for families to come together and celebrate!

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First Published: October 26, 2024 6:09 PM