Lakshmi Puja 2025: Exact Muhurat, Simple Puja Vidhi, And A No-Stress Checklist
Quick answer to the focus on fest when is Diwali Lakshmi Puja 2025?
In India, Lakshmi Puja falls on Monday, October 20, 2025, with Pradosh Kaal muhurat in New Delhi: 7:08 PM–8:18 PM IST (Vrishabha Kaal 8:19 PM–10:14 PM; Nishita Kaal 12:53 AM–1:44 AM, Oct 21).
Example for Altt readers in the US (Los Angeles): 7:29 PM–8:47 PM PDT on Monday, Oct 20, 2025.
Tip: Follow Pradosh Kaal (just after sunset) for household puja; Nishita Kaal is generally recommended for specialists/Tantra ritual procedures.
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Festival week at a glance (India)
- Dhanteras: Sat, Oct 18, 2025
- Naraka Chaturdashi/Kali Chaudas: Sun, Oct 19, 2025
- Lakshmi Puja / Diwali: Mon, Oct 20, 2025
- Govardhan Puja: Tue, Oct 21, 2025
- Bhai Dooj: Wed, Oct 22, 2025.
City-wise muhurat snapshots (IST)
- New Delhi: 7:08–8:18 PM (Vrishabha: 8:19–10:14 PM)
- Mumbai: 7:41–8:41 PM
- Bengaluru: 7:31–8:25 PM
- Chennai: 7:20–8:14 PM
- Hyderabad: 7:21–8:19 PM
- Jaipur: 7:17–8:25 PM
- Ahmedabad: 7:36–8:40 PM
- Pune: 7:38–8:37 PM
- Kolkata: 5:06–5:54 PM.
Note on “Oct 20 or 21?” You may see both dates online because regional tithi observance and time zones differ; in most of India the main day is Oct 20, while some countries observe on Oct 21.
What each timing means (so you choose right)
- Pradosh Kaal: ~2h24m after sunset; ideal for family Lakshmi Puja.
- Vrishabha (Sthir) Lagna: “fixed” ascendant overlapping evening highly favored if you can align your puja within it. New Delhi 2025: 8:19-10:14 PM.
- Nishita Kaal: midnight window; generally for advanced rituals, not necessary for most homes.
Step-by-step Lakshmi Puja 2025 (home)
- Sthapana & Dhyan: Place Lakshmi-Ganesha idols or images on a clean chowki facing you; meditate (Dhyan) on the goddess.
- Kalash & Navgraha pujan: Prepare a kalash with water, mango leaves, haldi-kumkum; invoke the deities.
- Lakshmi Ashtottara/kanakdhara stotra or simple Lakshmi mantra japa; light diyas.
- Offerings: Flowers, incense, sweets, coins/ledger (bahi-khata), new business tools if applicable.
- Aarti & Prasad: Conclude with aarti to Lakshmi and Ganesha; distribute prasad.
Minimal samagri you’ll need
Lakshmi-Ganesha idols, red cloth, chowki, diyas, ghee/oil, agarbatti, flowers/garlands, kalash, haldi-kumkum, rice (akshat), durva/bilva/tulsi as per tradition, sweets/fruits, coins/bahi-khata.
Do’s, don’ts & pro tips
- Do clean/declutter & draw a small Rangoli near the entrance to invite positivity.
- Do time the puja in Pradosh/Vrishabha for best household practice.
- Don’t light diyas in a rush before the muhurat; start within the window.
- Pro tip: If you miss evening Pradosh, you can still opt for Sthir Lagna or Nishita Kaal on the same night.
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FAQs
Q. When is Diwali Lakshmi Puja 2025 in India?
A. Monday, October 20, 2025. Delhi Pradosh Kaal: 7:08-8:18 PM IST.
Q. Why do some places list Oct 21?
A. Because of tithi span across time zones; some regions outside India observe on Oct 21.
Q. Can I perform puja after midnight?
A. Yes, Nishita Kaal exists, but households are generally advised to prefer Pradosh Kaal; Nishita is more specialized.
Q. What’s the muhurat in Los Angeles/New York?
A. Los Angeles: 7:29-8:47 PM PDT (Oct 20). Check your city on DrikPanchang for precise local windows.
Q. Full Diwali line-up for 2025?
A. Dhanteras (Oct 18), Chaturdashi (Oct 19), Lakshmi Puja/Diwali (Oct 20), Govardhan (Oct 21), Bhai Dooj (Oct 22).
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