Surat: Diwali, or Deepawali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most cherished and magnificently celebrated festivals in India. It signifies the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, bringing families, friends, and communities together in a spirit of joy, gratitude, and harmony. Across India and among Indian communities worldwide, this festival heralds new beginnings, abundance, and spiritual rejuvenation.

Based on the Hindu lunar calendar, Diwali 2025 is being observed today, October 20, which falls on Kartik Amavasya. According to Hindu belief, this is the most sacred night to worship Goddess Lakshmi (the deity of wealth and fortune), Lord Ganesha (the remover of obstacles), and Goddess Saraswati (the deity of knowledge).

🪔 Diwali 2025: Date and Tithi

The five-day Diwali celebration traditionally begins with Dhanteras and concludes with Bhai Dooj. However, this year, the festival has been extended because Amavasya Tithi starts on October 20 and ends on October 21. The Gujarati New Year (Bestu Varsh) will be celebrated on October 22, followed by Bhai Dooj on October 23, which honors the bond between brothers and sisters.

🕯️ Shubh Muhurat for Lakshmi Puja 2025

🌟 Auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat for Lakshmi Puja

• Evening (Amrit): October 20, 2025 – 04:21 PM to 05:46 PM

• Night (Labh): October 20, 2025 – 10:31 PM to October 21, 2025 – 12:06 AM

• Late Night (Shubh): October 21, 2025 – 01:41 AM to 03:16 AM

• Early Morning (Amrit): October 21, 2025 – 03:16 AM to 04:51 AM

All puja arrangements should ideally be completed before nightfall to ensure the rituals are conducted at the most spiritually potent time.

✨ What is the Astrological and Spiritual Significance of this most anticipated festival?

Diwali occurs when the Sun is in Libra and the Moon is in Amavasya, representing balance and new beginnings. Worship during Pradosh Kaal is believed to strengthen Venus (Shukra) — the planet of wealth and beauty — while softening Saturn’s karmic influence, thereby inviting lasting prosperity.

🪔 How is Diwali unique for every region while being a single celebration across India?

• North India: Celebrates Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana.

• Gujarat: Marks the beginning of the new year for traders and business owners.

• West Bengal & Odisha: Coincides with Kali Puja, dedicated to Goddess Kali.

• South India: Commemorates Lord Krishna’s victory over Narakasura.

Despite regional differences, the festival’s essence — hope, renewal, and prosperity — remains the same everywhere.

In Essence Diwali falling on Kartik Amavasya is not just a new moon day — it’s a spiritually powerful occasion that blends devotion, prosperity, and ancestral reverence. By observing the rituals with sincerity, devotees believe they can attract divine blessings and remove negativity from their lives. DeshGujarat