Quick Information
Month
October-November
Duration
5 Days
Calendar
Lunar
Deity
Lakshmi/Ganesha
About Diwali
Diwali (दीवाली) is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Festival of lights, Rama's return.
This festival is dedicated to Lakshmi/Ganesha and follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is celebrated over 5 days, typically in October-November.
Muhurat & Timings
The auspicious timings for Diwali puja vary each year based on planetary positions. For accurate muhurat timings:
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Diwali include:
Lakshmi puja
Diyas
Fireworks
Sweets
How to Celebrate
- Lakshmi puja: An important tradition during Diwali celebrations.
- Diyas: An important tradition during Diwali celebrations.
- Fireworks: An important tradition during Diwali celebrations.
- Sweets: An important tradition during Diwali celebrations.
Regional Celebrations
Diwali is celebrated across India with special enthusiasm in:
All India
Each region has unique traditions and ways of celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Astrological Significance
From a Vedic astrology perspective, Diwali holds special importance:
- Associated with Lakshmi/Ganesha's blessings and cosmic energies
- Considered auspicious for starting new ventures on this day
- Planetary alignments during this festival bring wealth and removal of obstacles
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