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Lakshmi Puja at home with lit diyas during Pradosh Kaal on Diwali night
October 10, 2025

Diwali Puja Muhurat: Don’t Miss Tonight’s Most Auspicious Window For Lakshmi’s Blessings

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Diwali Puja Muhurat 2025: The Only Timing Guide You Need

Quick intro

The Diwali Puja Muhurat is the short, shubh window when most households perform Lakshmi–Ganesha Puja. In 2025, discussions arose whether the main day falls on October 20 or 21. Here’s the confusion Amavasya Tithi spans both days, but the best muhurat for Lakshmi Puja is when Pradosh Kaal and ideally Vrishabha (Sthir) Lagna prevail after sunset and that alignment overwhelmingly points to Monday, October 20, 2025 for most Indian cities.

The problem everyone faces

Different apps and pandits show different hours. Why?

  • Tithi overlap: Amavasya straddles two dates this year.
  • City differences: Sunset and lagna vary by location, shifting your muhurat a bit.

The solution (city-wise muhurat at a glance)

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat (IST) for key cities - verified from reputable festival desks and aligned to Panchang-based calculations they cite:

CityLakshmi Puja Muhurat (IST)Note
New Delhi07:08 PM – 08:18 PM (Oct 20)Pradosh & Vrishabha overlap.
Mumbai07:41 PM – 08:41 PM (Oct 20)Vrishabha within Pradosh.
Chennai07:20 PM – 08:14 PM (Oct 20)Coastal sunset shift.
Kolkata05:06 PM – 05:54 PM (Oct 21)Early window next day due to local tithi/sunset interplay.
Bengaluru07:31 PM – 08:25 PM (Oct 20)Within Pradosh.
Hyderabad07:21 PM – 08:19 PM (Oct 20)Within Pradosh.
Ahmedabad07:36 PM – 08:40 PM (Oct 20)Good overlap.
Pune07:38 PM – 08:37 PM (Oct 20)Good overlap.
Jaipur07:17 PM – 08:25 PM (Oct 20)Good overlap.
Noida07:07 PM – 08:18 PM (Oct 20)Same NCR window.
Gurgaon07:09 PM – 08:19 PM (Oct 20)Same NCR window.

Sources summarise: Lakshmi Puja Muhurat for India is primarily on Oct 20, 2025, with a special case for Kolkata on Oct 21 early evening.

For Bengal (Kali Puja)

If you observe Kali Puja (Bengal/Assam/OD): the Nishita Kaal (midnight) is 11:41 PM (Oct 20) – 12:31 AM (Oct 21). Use this window for Shyama/Kali worship.

How to pick the right muhurat in your city (even beyond this list)

  1. Prefer Pradosh Kaal - it begins after sunset and runs ~2 hr 24 min. That’s the classical Lakshmi Puja period.
  2. Aim for Vrishabha (Sthir) Lagna within Pradosh for stability/prosperity. City-wise lists above already account for it.
  3. If you miss it: You can still worship later in the night; keep it within Pradosh or at least during Amavasya night.

Simple at-home Lakshmi–Ganesha Puja Vidhi (quick)

  • Sankalp & Kalash: Place chowki, spread red cloth, set idols, kalash with mango leaves & coconut.
  • Cleanse & invoke: Sprinkle Gangajal, light diya, dhoop.
  • Offerings: Kumkum, haldi, akshat, flowers (marigold/lotus), sweets (kheer, laddoo), and new account books/coin.
  • Mantras & Aarti: Recite Lakshmi Ashtottara/ Kanakadhara, then Aarti.
  • Dhan/Kuber: Offer a coin, business ledgers (Chopda Pujan if Gujarati), keep them near idols overnight.
  • Prasad & share: Distribute prasad, place diya at entrance/balcony.

Tip for Gujarat (Chopda Pujan): If you also follow Choghadiya, pick Chara/Labh/Amrit slots in late afternoon/evening alongside the night puja. (City-wise Choghadiya varies; use your local panchang.)

Advanced timing notes

  • Pradosh Kaal: Twilight after sunset; classical Lakshmi Puja window.
  • Vrishabha (Sthir) Lagna: “Fixed” ascendant inside Pradosh considered most stable for wealth rituals.
  • Nishita Kaal: True midnight segment; best for Kali Puja in the East.
  • Why Kolkata differs: Local sunset and tithi prevalence yield an earlier, next-day early-evening muhurat.

FAQs

Q1. Is Diwali on Oct 20 or Oct 21, 2025?
Most Indian cities should observe Oct 20 for Lakshmi Puja; Kolkata notably observes the early evening of Oct 21.

Q2. What if I can’t start exactly at the muhurat minute?
Begin within the window; perfection isn’t required devotion is.

Q3. I celebrate Kali Puja, what is my time?
Use Nishita Kaal: 11:41 PM (Oct 20) – 12:31 AM (Oct 21) for the main worship.

Q4. Do I need a priest?
Not mandatory. Follow the Vidhi above with sincerity.

Traditional diyas glowing around a vibrant rangoli for Lakshmi Puja
October 4, 2025

The Night India Glows: Date, Muhurat, Rituals & Your Ultimate Diwali Playbook

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Diwali season sets off India’s biggest travel, shopping, décor, and family-reunion wave. If you want your plans to click bookings, gifting, puja prep, outfits the exact date and muhurat are the first domino. Below is the verified schedule and a practical playbook to ace the celebrations.

When is Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) in 2025?

  • Main Diwali (Lakshmi Puja): Monday, 20 October 2025 (India). This aligns with widely-used Hindu calendars; Time & date and the Government of India holiday calendar also list Diwali on Oct 20 (Gazetted).
  • Why you may see confusion online: The Amavasya tithi spans Oct 20–21, so some outlets and regions discuss both dates. For Delhi, Drik Panchang-based reports list Lakshmi Puja on Oct 20 with an evening muhurat around 7:08–8:18 PM IST; some calendars list a slightly broader window (~6:59–8:32 PM IST). Always check your city-specific muhurat.

The 5-Day Diwali 2025 Festival Calendar (India)

  1. Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi): Saturday, 18 Oct Auspicious for buying metals, utensils, gold, and for Dhanvantari worship.
  2. Naraka Chaturdashi / Chhoti Diwali: falls across Oct 19–20 by tithi; many lists show observance on Oct 20 (Mon). Morning abhyang-snan happens before sunrise in many regions.
  3. Main Diwali Lakshmi Puja: Mon, 20 Oct (evening) see muhurat note above.
  4. Govardhan Puja / Annakut: Wed, 22 Oct (Pratipada).
  5. Bhai Dooj: Thu, 23 Oct sisters pray for brothers’ long life.

Tip: Offices and markets often tweak hours through this week. Keep a buffer for deliveries and travel.

City-Wise Muhurat: How to choose the right one

Because muhurats depend on local sunset, Pradosh Kaal, and Vrishabha Kaal, follow your city’s timing from a trusted panchang. For Delhi, widely reported slots: ~7:08–8:18 PM; some calendars list ~6:59–8:32 PM. Expect similar windows in North India; South/West may shift a few minutes.

Quick Rituals Playbook (Home Lakshmi Puja)

  1. Sauch & Sthapana: Clean entrance and altar; place mangal kalash, Lakshmi–Ganesha idols, account books (for Chopda Pujan).
  2. Sringar: Rangoli at the threshold, torans of mango leaves/marigold, rows of sesame-oil diyas.
  3. Sankalp & Ghanta: Begin in Pradosh Kaal; light lamp, ring bell, invoke Ganesha then Lakshmi.
  4. Puja Vidhi: Panchamrit abhishek (if feasible), kumkum-haldi, lotus/rose, incense, sweets (kheer, laddoo), sahasranama or Lakshmi aarti.
  5. Naivedya & Aarti: Offer mithai, dry fruits; perform aarti; place coin set in the locker/cash box.
  6. Dhan-Lakshmi kripa: Keep one diya burning overnight (safe glass-covered lamp).
    🗓️ Curious about today’s tithi, nakshatra, and rahu kaal? Check the live Panchang on ALTT → https://altt.in/panchang/

HOT RIGHT NOW: Diwali 2025 Trends & Ideas

  • Décor: Layered rangoli (powder + flower petals), brass urli with floating diyas, doorway mirror garlands, minimal fairy-light grids for balconies.
  • Fashion: Velvet bandhgalas, brocade blouses, mirror-work lehengas, hand-block printed sets, Banarasi dupattas thrown over contemporary co-ords.
  • Gifting with meaning: Artisanal mithai, seed-cracker kits (plantable), copper bottle sets, local terracotta diyas, gourmet spice hampers.
  • Eco-friendly swaps: Earthen/steel lamps over plastic LEDs, palm-leaf plates for parties, green crackers only where legal, and community fireworks shows to cut pollution.

Travel & Shopping Planner

  • Book early: Air/rail fares spike the week before Dhanteras. Aim for 10–12 days out for best value on metro routes.
  • Market hits: Old Delhi’s Chandni Chowk (silver, décor), Mumbai’s Zaveri Bazaar (gold), Jaipur’s Johari & Bapu Bazaar (gems, textiles), Ahmedabad’s Ratanpole (ethnic fits), Kolkata’s Burrabazar (bulk décor).
  • Last-mile: Schedule deliveries to land by Chhoti Diwali morning.

FAQs

What is the confirmed Diwali 2025 date in India?
Most authoritative calendars note Monday, Oct 20, 2025.

Why do some sites say Oct 21?
Because Amavasya tithi spans Oct 20–21; a few regions follow differing rules. Delhi-focused muhurat sources still place Lakshmi Puja on Oct 20.

When are the other four days?
Dhanteras Oct 18 (Sat), Naraka Chaturdashi Oct 19–20 (Mon observed), Govardhan Puja Oct 22 (Wed), Bhai Dooj Oct 23 (Thu).

Delhi muhurat for Lakshmi Puja?
Widely reported around 7:08–8:18 PM IST; some calendars list 6:59–8:32 PM IST. Check your local city panchang.

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