Diwali 2025, the Festival of Lights, is celebrated on October 21. It is the biggest and most widely celebrated Hindu festival, marking Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. Homes are lit with diyas and candles, rangoli decorations adorn doorsteps, and fireworks light up the sky. The five-day celebration includes Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.
Major Festival
Diwali
दिवाली
Tuesday, October 21, 2025Kartika Masa
Significance
Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped for wealth and prosperity. It also marks the beginning of the Hindu financial new year.
Rituals & Traditions
- Cleaning and decorating homes with diyas, candles, and rangoli
- Performing Lakshmi-Ganesh Puja on the main night
- Exchanging gifts and sweets with family and friends
- Lighting firecrackers and fireworks
- Wearing new clothes and sharing festive meals
Panchang Details
Tithi
Amavasya
Masa
Kartika
Paksha
Krishna
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