Diwali 2022: Diwali also known as Deepawali, is celebrated across the country with a lot of fervour and enthusiasm. This year, the festival of lights will be observed on Monday, October 24th.
On this auspicious festival, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh and celebrate the victory of light over darkness. The festive period begins with Dhanteras and ends on Bhai Dooj. Scroll down for the detailed festival calendar.
Diwali festivities begin with Dhanteras. This year, it will be celebrated on 22nd October. So, don't forget to invest in the gold accessories that you've been eyeing.
As per Drik Panchang, this year Chhoti Diwali and Badi Diwali will be celebrated on the same day which is 24th October.
According to Drik Panchang, Lakshmi Puja will begin at 06:53 pm and end at 08:16 pm. The total duration of Lakshmi Puja will be 1 hour and 23 minutes.
Govardhan Puja is generally observed a day after Diwali but this year it is celebrated two days after Diwali i.e. on the 26th October 2022 due to the Solar eclipse.
Bhai Dooj, a festival symbolising the brother-sister bond, will be celebrated on 26th of October, as per the Hindu calendar.
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