Diwali 2024: Discover the exact date to celebrate Diwali this year—October 31 or November 1. Check puja timings and other details.
Diwali 2024: The Festival of Lights is almost here. Diwali, or Deepawali, is that festive time of year when we deep clean our homes, prepare to decorate with flowers, lights, and rangolis, and shop for new clothes to wear at gatherings with family and friends. As preparations kick off, one question is on everyone’s mind: Is Diwali on October 31 or November 1? Read on to find out the correct date, puja timings, and traditions.
As per Drik Panchang, Diwali falls on Thursday, October 31, with Lakshmi Puja also scheduled for October 31, as Amavasya will be observed that evening.
Diwali 2024: Puja Timings and Shubh Muhurat
- Diwali Date: Thursday, October 31
- Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 6:52 pm to 8:41 pm, October 31
- Pradosh Kaal: 6:10 pm to 8:52 pm
- Vrishabha Kaal: 6:52 pm to 8:41 pm
- Amavasya Tithi Begins: 6:22 am on October 31
- Amavasya Tithi Ends: 8:46 am on October 31
Diwali 2024: Lakshmi Puja City-Wise Muhurat
- New Delhi: 5:36 pm to 6:16 pm
- Mumbai: 6:57 pm to 8:36 pm
- Pune: 6:54 pm to 8:33 pm
- Chennai: 5:42 pm to 6:16 pm
- Bengaluru: 6:47 pm to 8:21 pm
- Ahmedabad: 6:52 pm to 8:35 pm
Diwali 2024: Significance Diwali, the Festival of Lights, celebrates the triumph of good over evil and commemorates the return of Lord Ram, Mata Sita, and Lakshman to Ayodhya after their 14-year exile and victory over Ravana. People celebrate by decorating their homes, wearing new clothes, exchanging gifts, enjoying sweets, and making rangoli. Devotees also worship Maa Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha for prosperity and blessings.
