Get ready to usher in prosperity and joy! Diwali, the beloved festival of lights, will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2025. This auspicious day signifies the victory of light over darkness and is marked by the sacred Lakshmi Puja, dedicated to the goddess of wealth and fortune. While the exact date might cause slight confusion due to the Amavasya Tithi’s duration, official timings confirm that Diwali celebrations, including the principal puja, will take place on October 20th. The Amavasya period continues until the evening of October 21st.
The most sought-after time for Lakshmi Puja in 2025 is during the Pradosh Kaal, a period considered highly auspicious for performing religious ceremonies. This falls between 5:43 PM and 8:15 PM. Specifically, the Lakshmi Puja Muhurat is set for 7:04 PM to 8:15 PM, offering a window of about 1 hour and 11 minutes for devotees to offer their prayers. This timing is further enhanced by the Vrishabha Kaal, which runs from 7:04 PM to 8:59 PM, ensuring a stable and prosperous outcome.
Key dates and timings for Diwali 2025:
* **Date of Celebrations:** October 20, 2025
* **Lakshmi Puja Timing:** 7:04 PM – 8:15 PM
* **Amavasya Tithi Start:** October 20, 3:44 PM
* **Amavasya Tithi End:** October 21, 5:54 PM
For advanced spiritual practitioners, an alternative, more intense ritual time known as Nishita Kaal Muhurat is available from 11:38 PM to 12:28 AM on October 21st. However, for the majority of celebrants, the evening Pradosh Kaal offers the most accessible and significant opportunity for worship.
Preparations for Diwali are extensive, involving the vibrant decoration of homes with flowers and auspicious symbols. Families meticulously set up altars for Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and the Navgrahas. Many observe a fast throughout the day, breaking it only after the puja. The festival also includes Chopda Pujan in certain regions, a ritual for initiating new business accounts. By focusing on the Lakshmi Puja on October 20th, during the established Pradosh Kaal Muhurat, individuals and families seek to invite sustained prosperity and well-being into their lives.