Diwali 2024 to be celebrated on October 31 with auspicious timings

This year, Diwali falls on October 31, with two auspicious times for Lakshmi Puja as per astrology.

Key Points:

– Diwali will be celebrated on October 31, 2024.

– Two favorable times for Lakshmi Puja have been announced.

– Dhanteras, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj dates also confirmed.

JAMSHEDPUR – Diwali, one of the most awaited Hindu festivals, will be celebrated on October 31, 2024.

According to the Hindu calendar, the Amavasya, or new moon, will start at 3:32 PM on October 31 and continue until the evening of November 1.

Astrologers have recommended celebrating Diwali on October 31, as the Amavasya coincides with both Pradosh and Nishita times, which are considered highly auspicious.

For Lakshmi Puja, two favorable time slots have been determined this year.

The first auspicious time is during Pradosh, which will last from 5:36 PM to 8:11 PM.

The second favorable time for Lakshmi Puja will occur during the Taurus period from 6:20 PM to 8:15 PM.

Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 29, followed by Narak Chaturdashi on October 30.

Govardhan Puja will take place on November 2, and Bhai Dooj will be celebrated on November 3.

These festival dates have been confirmed as per the Hindu Panchang.