Diwali is observed traditionally on Kartik Amavasya or the
no moon day in Kartik month in North India. The corresponding period in other
regions is the Amavasya in Ashwin month. Diwali Amavasya 2025 is October 20/October 21. Time
is from – Amavas begins at 2:55 PM on October 20 and ends at 4:26 PM on October 21. In Tamil Nadu, it is the Aippasi Amavasai.
For Diwali to be observed Amavasya tithi should be present during night time. So in some years Diwali will be observed on the day before actual Amavasya day because the Amavasya tithi ends before sunset.
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are marked on October 20 in North, South and Eastern Parts Of India.
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are marked on October 20 in North, South and Eastern Parts Of India.
In Maharashtra and Goa it is marked on October 21.
The most important puja on the day is the Lakshmi Puja.
Legend has it that Diwali Amavasya is one of the darkest
night in a year. Goddess Lakshmi arrives on earth and lits it up with her
brilliance. Her glow envelops the whole world and she showers blessing of
prosperity on all living beings.
Other rituals that are observed on the day include Abhyanga
Snan, Sharda Pujan, Kuber Puja and Chopda Pujan.
Kali Puja is observed on the day in eastern parts of India.