Diwali Calendar 2024: Diwali is one of the most important festivals that Hindus celebrate during this time. It is also known as Deepawali or festival of lights and is celebrated with great pomp every year. According to the Hindu lunar calendar, it falls on the 15th day of the month of Kartik – the darkest night of the year. On this day, Hindus decorate their homes with diyas, rangoli and twinkling lights. The celebrations last five days and are each dedicated to a festival. Here is a look at the complete Deepawali calendar of this year. Also find out when Diwali is.

Diwali 2024: Date and Shubh Muhurat

This year Diwali falls on October 31st. According to Drik Panchang, Choti Deepawali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on the same day. Here are the Shubh Muhurat you should keep in mind:

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat – 6:52 pm to 8:41 pm

Pradosh Kaal – 6:10 pm to 8:52 pm

Vrishabha Kaal – 6:52 pm to 8:41 pm

Amavasya Tithi begins on October 31 at 6:22 am

Amavasya Tithi ends on November 1 at 8:46 am

Complete Diwali Calendar 2024: 5 Days of the Festival of Lights

The five days of Diwali include Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj. Each day of Diwali celebrations has its own rituals and significance. Find out all about her below.

Day 1: Dhanteras

Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali celebrations. On this day, people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber and pray for prosperity and wealth. Followers purchase new items, including gold coins, gold bars, or gold jewelry.

Day 2: Naraka Chaturdashi or Choti Diwali

Choti Diwali or Naraka Chaturdashi is celebrated on the second day. It celebrates Lord Krishna’s triumph against the demonic Narakasura.

Day 3: Diwali

Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama, Mata Sita and Lakshman to Ayodhya. It also commemorates the victory of good over evil. On this day, people decorate their houses with earthen lamps (diyas), colorful rangoli and lights. Devotees also perform Lakshmi and Ganesh Puja in the evening.

Day 4: Govardhan Puja

Indians celebrate Govardhan Puja after Diwali. It is dedicated to the worship of Govardhan Parvat (Mount). It is said that by lifting the mountain, Lord Krishna saved the people of Mathura from Lord Indra.

Day 5: Bhai Dooj

The last day of Diwali celebrations is celebrated as Bhai Dooj, Bhau Beej or Bhaiya Dooj. It celebrates the special relationship between brothers and sisters.