Diwali 2024 Date: Is Diwali On October 31 or November 1? Know Right Date And Time
Times Now October 21, 2024 07:39 PM

Diwali 2024 Date And Time: Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated with great vigour and joy, all across the country. People decorate their houses with diyas and candles, exchange gifts and sweets with their loved ones and also worship goddess Laxmi on this day. Diwali is celebrated on the darkest night of the lunar month of Kartika, which typically falls in the months of October or November. From its significance and traditions to the regional variations in its celebration, let's understand various aspects of this festival.

Diwali 2024 DateDiwali is celebrated on the fifteenth day of Kartik, the holiest month in the Hindu lunar calendar. This year, people are confused about the date of Diwali. It is because Amavasya is falling two days and that is the main reason for this confusion. If you are also confused, don't worry, we got you covered. According to the Hindu Scriptures, Amavasya Tithi holds a special significance for Diwali and it is believed that this is the day when Lord Rama made his way back to Ayodhya.
  • Amavasya Tithi Begins: October 31, 2024 - 3:52PM
  • Amavasya Tithi Ends: November 1, 2024 0 6:16PM
According to this, Diwali in 2024 will be celebrated on October 31 as Amavasya night will fall on that day only. It will end on November 1, 2024, 6:16PM. Diwali 2024 CalendarThe five days of Diwali include Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj. Each day holds a special significance.
  • Dhanteras - October 29
  • Choti Diwali (Narak Chaturdashi) - October 31
  • Diwali and Lakshmi Puja - October 31
  • Govardhan Puja - November 2
  • Bhai Dooj - November 3
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