Kartik Amavasya and Diwali 2025: Laxmi Puja, Timings, Shubh Muhurat and Significance

Mahima Sharma / TOI Religion / Updated: Oct 20, 2025, 09:49 IST

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As we approach Diwali, a sacred Hindu celebration marking Kartik Amavasya, the new moon on October 20-21, 2025, excitement fills the air. This vibrant festival honors Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha, inviting abundance and joy into our homes. Its rich history is steeped in spiritual tradition, reminding us of Lord Ram’s victorious journey and providing solace against negative celestial influences.

Kartik Amavasya and Diwali 2025: Laxmi Puja, Timings, Shubh Muhurat and Significance

During the Krishna Paksha of the Kartik month, Kartik Amavasya is considered to be one of the most revered new moons in Hinduism. This day is considered extra special because on this Amavasya, Diwali, one of the major festival is celebrated with great grandeur otherwise Amavasya (new moon) is generally regarded as unlucky in Hindu culture and beliefs. On this day, people worship Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi with utmost devotion.

Kartik Amavasya 2025: Date and Time

Kartika Amavasya Begins - 03:44 PM, Oct 20Kartika Amavasya Ends - 05:54 PM, Oct 21

Diwali 2025 Puja Muhurat:

Tithi	Date and Time
Amavasya Tithi Begins	October 20, 2025 - 03:44 PM
Amavasya Tithi Ends	October 21, 2025 - 05:54 PM
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat	October 20, 2025 - 07:08 PM to 08:18 PM
Pradosh Kaal	October 20, 2025 - 05:46 PM to 08:18 PM
Vrishabha Kaal	October 20, 2025 - 07:08 PM to 09:03 PM

Laxmi Puja on Diwali 2025: Shubh Muhurat

Amavasya Tithi Begins - 03:44 PM on Oct 20, 2025Amavasya Tithi Ends - 05:54 PM on Oct 21, 2025Lakshmi Puja Muhurat - 07:08 PM to 08:18 PMPradosh Kaal - 05:46 PM to 08:18 PMVrishabha Kaal - 07:08 PM to 09:03 PM

Auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat for Diwali Lakshmi Puja

Evening Muhurat (Amrit) - October 20, 2025 - 04:21 PM to 05:46 PMNight Muhurat (Labh) - October 20, 2025 - 10:31 PM to October 21, 2025 - 12:06 AMLate Night Muhurat (Shubh) - October 21, 2025 - 01:41 AM to 03:16 AMEarly Morning Muhurat (Amrit) - October 21, 2025 - 03:16 AM to 04:51 AM, Oct 21

Significance of Kartik Amavasya

According to Hindu Scriptures, Lord Krishna personally clarified the meaning and significance of Kartik Amavasya during the Mahabharata. according to him, this days holds great spiritual and religious significance. Worshiping me on this day will prevent planets (Grah Dosh) from having a detrimental impact on a person's life. It is customary to light lamps on this day to commemorate Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya following a 14-year exile. Another revered day for honoring the forefathers is Kartik Amavasya.

Kartik Amavasya 2022: Rituals and worship

1. Take a bath early in the morning and wear clean clothes and t2. Offer water and jaggery to the sun to begin the day.

3. In the morning, devotees should chant Sahasranamam and Vishnu Strotam.4. On this day, only eat Saatvik (pure vegetarian) meals.5. To keep family members away from negativity, light lamps in the house and temple.6. Then performing laxmi puja is highly meritorious for the prosperity. 7. Bursting crackers is also a part of this festival.

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