Diwali 2024 Date October 31 or Nov 1? Here's what astrologers are saying about amavsya and Lakshmi Puja Muhurat

Diwali, the festival of lights, will be observed across most parts of India on October 31, 2024, according to the Drik Panchang. This day is marked by the worship of Goddess Laxmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. Diwali traditionally falls on the Amavasya Tithi of the Kartik month, which begins at 3:52 PM on October 31 and ends at 6:16 PM on November 1. While October 31 is the main date for celebrations, some regions will celebrate on November 1 due to local customs.

Diwali 2024 date confusion

In 2024, there was some debate regarding the exact date of Diwali. The Amavasya Tithi spans both October 31 and November 1, which caused confusion about when the festival should be observed. A meeting of over 100 astrologers and religious scholars, called the 'Deepawali Nirnay Dharmasabha,' was held at Central Sanskrit University in Jaipur to resolve the issue. They confirmed that October 31 is the more suitable date for Diwali celebrations, as the Amavasya Tithi fully covers the Pradosh Kaal on this day.

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The scholars highlighted that the period after sunset, known as Pradosh Kaal, is critical for performing Laxmi Puja. On October 31, this time frame lasts from 5:12 PM to 7:43 PM, making it ideal for the ritual. On November 1, the Amavasya Tithi ends at 6:16 PM, limiting the Pradosh Kaal and making it less favorable for the worship.

Professor Arknath Chaudhary, former vice-chancellor of Somnath Sanskrit University, stated in an interview with Dainik Bhaskar, "According to the Rajmartand Granth, Laxmi Puja should be performed on Chaturdashi mixed Amavasya. Based on this principle, Diwali can only be celebrated on October 31, 2024."

Diwali 2024: Laxmi Puja Muhurat Timings

For those observing Diwali on October 31, Laxmi Puja should be conducted during Pradosh Kaal, from 5:12 PM to 7:43 PM. This is regarded as the most auspicious time to worship Goddess Laxmi. If celebrations occur on November 1, the puja window will be shorter, from 5:36 PM to 6:16 PM, just before the Amavasya Tithi ends.

Diwali 2024 Shubh Muhurat

Amavasya Tithi Begins: October 31, 2024, at 3:52 PM
Amavasya Tithi Ends: November 1, 2024, at 6:16 PM
Pradosh Kaal: 5:12 PM to 7:43 PM (October 31)
Laxmi Puja Muhurat: 5:12 PM to 6:16 PM (October 31)
Vrishabha Muhurat: 6:00 PM to 7:59 PM (October 31)

Diwali significance

Diwali, known as the festival of lights, holds deep cultural and religious significance. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The festival spans five days, with the main day, Deepawali, dedicated to worshipping Goddess Laxmi. People believe she grants wealth and prosperity to those who honor her during this time.

Families celebrate Diwali by lighting diyas, exchanging gifts, and decorating their homes, symbolizing the triumph of virtue and the hope for a prosperous future. This festival is a time for togetherness, as families come together to honor their traditions and seek blessings for the year ahead.