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Kayasthas Worldwide Celebrate Kalam Dawat Puja, Honoring Divine Record-Keeper
23 Oct
Summary
- Kalam Dawat Puja honors Lord Chitragupta, divine record-keeper of deeds
- Festival held two days after Diwali, venerates instruments of knowledge and record-keeping
- Encourages reflection on moral accountability and importance of learning
On October 23rd, 2025, Kayasthas worldwide are celebrating Kalam Dawat Puja, a significant Diwali observance honoring Lord Chitragupta, the divine record-keeper of deeds. This festival, held two days after Diwali, venerates the instruments of knowledge and record-keeping, symbolizing wisdom, justice, and the power of the written word.
The Kalam Dawat Puja encourages reflection on moral accountability and the importance of learning. It is a time for the Kayastha community to honor their heritage and the divine guardian of their records and deeds. The festival serves as a reminder of the enduring values of knowledge, integrity, and the written word in guiding one's life and actions.
