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Diwali 2025: Confusion Over Celebration Dates Resolved
28 Sep
Summary
- Diwali falls on October 21, 2025, during Pradosh Kaal
- Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kuber to be worshipped
- Lighting diyas symbolizes purity, good luck, and removal of negativity

In 2025, Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated with great devotion and joy across the world. The festival marks the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, and is observed on the Amavasya Tithi of the Kartik month.
This year, there has been some confusion among devotees about whether Diwali will fall on October 20 or October 21. However, according to the Hindu Panchang, Choti Diwali (Narak Chaturdashi) will be celebrated on October 20, while the main Diwali and Lakshmi Puja will be observed on October 21, Tuesday, during the Pradosh Kaal when Amavasya prevails.
The most auspicious Diwali Puja Muhurat in 2025 is on October 21, when devotees will worship Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kuber for prosperity and happiness. Lighting diyas is considered a symbol of purity, good luck, and the removal of negativity, making Diwali a celebration of unity, togetherness, and the triumph of positivity.