Diwali 2024: Understanding the Confusion over Date and Significance of the Festival of Lights

Shweta Singh, an expert in Hindu traditions, reveals the significance and rituals of Diwali, and clarifies the confusion surrounding the date of the festival in 2024. According to Hindu tradition, Diwali is celebrated on the night of Amavasya in the month of Kartik. This year, Amavasya Tithi starts on October 31, 2024, at 3:52 PM and ends on November 1, 2024, at 6:16 PM. Astrologers advise celebrating Diwali on October 31, as the traditional time for Laxmi Puja is during the night of Amavasya. Diwali 2024 is a time for families to come together, light diyas and candles, and offer prayers to Goddess Laxmi and Lord Ganesha for prosperity and wisdom.

Key Takeaways:

Diwali is celebrated on the night of Amavasya in the month of Kartik, according to Hindu tradition.
In 2024, Amavasya Tithi starts on October 31 at 3:52 PM and ends on November 1 at 6:16 PM.
Astrologers advise celebrating Diwali on October 31, as the traditional time for Laxmi Puja is during the night of Amavasya.
The significance of Amavasya Tithi on Diwali dates back to the legend of Lord Rama returning to Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana.
Diwali rituals include Laxmi Puja, Pradosh Kaal, and Vrishabha Kaal, which have specific timings and periods.
The most significant ritual of Diwali is Laxmi Puja, held between 5:12 PM and 6:16 PM on October 31, 2024.
Pradosh Kaal, which falls between 5:12 PM and 7:43 PM on October 31, 2024, is the auspicious period for performing Diwali rituals.
Vrishabha Kaal, from 6:00 PM to 7:59 PM on October 31, 2024, is another significant period for Diwali puja.

Statistics:

3:52 PM: Amavasya Tithi starts on October 31, 2024.
6:16 PM: Amavasya Tithi ends on November 1, 2024.
5:12 PM to 6:16 PM: Laxmi Puja Muhurat on October 31, 2024.
5:12 PM to 7:43 PM: Pradosh Kaal on October 31, 2024.
6:00 PM to 7:59 PM: Vrishabha Kaal on October 31, 2024.

Sources:

Contify.com
DNA (Daily News & Analysis)