Diwali is the most popular festival associated with Hindu religion. Diwali 2025 date in Maharashtra – Mumbai – Pune - Nashik is October 21. Diwali literally means ‘an array of lamps’ and symbolizes the removal of spiritual darkness and the ushering in of knowledge capable of realizing Brahman (That) – the Supreme Being present in all living and nonliving.
Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi or Yamadeepdaan is on October 18
Diwali Dates In 2025 In Maharashtra
Govatsa Dwadashi and Vasubaras on October 17Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi or Yamadeepdaan is on October 18
Narak Chaturdashi on October 20
Diwali on October 20
Lakshmi Puja on October 21
Abhyang Snan - October 21
Govardhan Puja – October 22
Annakut - October 22
Abhyang Snan - October 22
Abhyang Snan - October 21
Govardhan Puja – October 22
Annakut - October 22
Abhyang Snan - October 22
Diwali Padwa – October 22
Bali Pratipada – October 22
Bhau Beej – October 23
Yama Dwitiya – October 23
Diwali is celebrated by all Hindu communities but the reasons and legends differ from place to place and from community to community. The most important legend associated with Diwali is the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. It is believed that people lit lamps on the day to welcome Lord Rama, Mata Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman.
Lakshmi Puja during Diwali is observed as it is believed that Goddess Lakshmi emerged from the ocean on this day during the ‘samudra manthan’ (churning of ocean) by demons and gods as mentioned in the Puranas. So for the business people, the new business year begins on Diwali.
The making of Shivaji Khilas during Diwali is an important and unique aspect in Maharashtra.