When is Diwali, Dhanteras, Govardhan, Bhai Duj 2023: Dates, puja timings, rituals, etc

Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is a significant festival celebrated by Hindus across India. It is a time of great joy and happiness. According to Drik Panchang, Diwali is celebrated on the Amavasya Tithi of the Kartik Month. This year, the Hindu community will celebrate the festival on November 12, 2023.

Diwali 2023 dates:
The festivities begin with the Amavasya Tithi starting on November 12, 2023, and end on November 13, 2023. Here is the auspicious time for Diwali puja, Lakshmi Pujan Muhurat.

Amavasya Tithi Begins - November 12, 2023 - 02:44 PM

Amavasya Tithi Ends - November 13, 2023 - 02:56 PM

Pradosh Kaal - November 12, 2023 - 05:08 PM to 07:41 PM
Vrishabha Kaal - November 12, 2023 - 05:19 PM to 07:19 PM
Lakshmi Pujan Muhurat - November 12, 2023 - 05:19 PM to 07:19 PM

Diwali 2023: Important Dates and Days

Day and Date	Puja Muhurat	Tithi	Festival
Friday, November 10, 2023	05:27 PM to 07:27 PM	Trayodashi Tithi	Dhanteras
Friday, November 10, 2023	05:09 PM to 06:26 PM	Trayodashi Tithi	Yama Deepam
Saturday, November 11, 2023	11:05 PM to 11:56 PM	Chaturdashi Tithi	Choti Diwali
Sunday, November 12, 2023	05:19 PM to 07:19 PM	Amavasya Tithi	Laxmi Pujan
Tuesday, November 14, 2023	05:54 AM to 08:09 AM	Pratipada Tithi	Govardhan Puja
Wednesday, November 15, 2023	12:38 PM to 02:53 PM	Dwitiya Tithi	Bhai Dooj

Diwali holds great significance for Hindus as it symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness. It is considered one of the most important festivals of lights. The festival lasts for five days and offers valuable lessons. People celebrate by lighting diyas, distributing gifts, and worshipping Goddess Lakshmi with devotion and dedication. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi visits Earth on this auspicious day to bless devotees with health, wealth, and prosperity. Lighting lamps represents goodness, purity, and good luck.

During Diwali, people follow various rituals and traditions. They decorate their homes, make rangoli, and illuminate their houses with diyas, candles, and lights. Exchanging gifts and visiting loved ones are common practices, as well as wearing new and traditional clothes. In the evening, children enjoy burning crackers and lighting sparklers. The night is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha according to the Puja Muhurat. Some people also engage in acts of charity and donate new clothes and money to help those in need celebrate Diwali.


1. When is Diwali in 2023?
Diwali will be celebrated on November 12, 2023, on Kartik Amavasya.
2. How is Diwali celebrated?
Diwali is celebrated by lighting diyas, decorating homes, and worshipping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha.
3. When is Govardhan Puja in 2023?
Govardhan Puja will be celebrated on November 14, 2023.
4. When is Bhai Dooj in 2023?
Bhai Dooj will be celebrated on November 15, 2023, on Dwitiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik.
5. When is Dhanteras in 2023?
Dhanteras will be celebrated on November 10, 2023.