Mumbai: Diwali, one of the two most significant festivals in Hinduism, will be celebrated with great devotion and splendour in 2025. Known as the “Festival of Lights,” Diwali is observed on the new moon day (Amavasya Tithi) of the Kartik month. On this auspicious occasion, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi (Laxmi Pujan) to invite prosperity, happiness, and good fortune into their homes.
The celebration of Diwali is not limited to just one day. It spans five days, beginning with Dhanteras and followed by Narak Chaturdashi, the main day of Diwali with Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja, and finally, Bhai Dooj. During these days, devotees offer prayers to Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kuber, marking it as a festival of wealth, blessings, and togetherness.
When is Diwali 2025?
In 2025, Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, 20 October 2025. Among the five festive days, Diwali holds the highest significance. The festival is celebrated with lamps, diyas, rangolis, and fireworks. The most important ritual of the day is Lakshmi Puja, performed after sunset. The period of Pradosh Kaal and the Amavasya Tithi are considered highly auspicious for the puja.
Amavasya Tithi for Diwali 2025
The Amavasya Tithi begins at 3:44 PM on 20 October 2025.
It will end at 5:54 PM on 21 October 2025.
Laxmi Puja Muhurat on Diwali 2025
Lakshmi Puja Timing: 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM
Pradosh Kaal: 5:46 PM to 8:18 PM
Vrishabha Kaal: 7:08 PM to 9:03 PM
Rituals and Traditions of Diwali 2025
Families perform Lakshmi Puja along with worship of family deities.
Homes and shops are decorated with marigold flowers and colourful rangolis.
Idols of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi are dressed in silk attire and adorned with ornaments before being worshipped.
The puja is performed during Pradosh Kaal, considered the most auspicious time of the evening.