Diwali 2025: Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated across the country today, October 20. This important Hindu holiday symbolizes the victory of good over evil and commemorates Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after his victory over Ravana.
Diwali 2025: Timing of Lakshmi Puja Muhurat
Pooja for Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha is to be performed during the main night of Diwali.
According to Drika Panchang, the Lakshmi Puja date for the year 2025 is Monday, October 20, as the Amavasya (New Moon) Tithi starts on October 20 at 3:44 PM and ends on October 21 at 5:54 PM.
- For Delhi, Lakshmi Puja Muhurat Time is: 19:08 to 20:18
- For Mumbai, Lakshmi Puja Muhurat Time is: 7:41 PM to 8:40 PM
The ‘Pradosh Kaal’ ayana (evening twilight period) is considered very auspicious for worshiping Lakshmi-Ganesha.
