Bhubaneswar, Oct. 17 -- Diwali 2025 will span five days, starting from Dhanteras on Saturday, October 18, and culminating with Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23. The main Diwali (Deepawali) celebration falls on Monday, October 20, which corresponds to the Amavasya (new moon) Tithi of the Hindu lunar calendar.

On October 20, the Amavasya period begins at 3:44 PM and ends at 5:54 PM the next day, making this window significant for pujas and rituals.

The auspicious Lakshmi Puja muhurat on that day is fixed from 7:21 PM to 8:19 PM, falling within the Pradosh period (5:51 PM to 8:19 PM) according to Drik Panchang.

Check 5-Day Festival Schedule:

Dhanteras (Oct 18, Saturday): The muhurat is from 7:16 PM to 8:20 PM. It is customary to clean h...