Deepavali (Diwali) Date: When Are Narak Chaturdashi & Lakshmi Puja Celebrated In 2023? Check Muhurat

Deepavali, popularly known as Diwali, is a widely celebrated festival in India and among Hindu communities around the world.

Known as 'Festival of Lights', the word 'Diwali' is derived from the Sanskrit term "Deepavali," which means a row of lights. The festival typically lasts for five days, although the main day of celebration may vary regionally.

Diwali Festival Dates:
November 9 - Deepawali Day 1: Govatsa Dwadashi, Vasu Baras
November 10 - Deepawali Day 2: Dhantrayodashi, Dhanteras, Dhanvantari Trayodashi, Yama Deepam
November 11 - Deepawali Day 3: Trayodashi, Kali Chaudas, Hanuman Puja
November 12 - Deepawali Day 4: Narak Chaturdashi, Tamil Deepavali, Lakshmi Puja, Diwali, Kedar Gauri Vrat, Chopda Puja, Sharda Puja, Kali Puja
November 13 - Deepawali Day 5: Amavasya Diwali Snan, Diwali Devpuja
November 14 - Deepawali Day 6: Govardhan Puja, Annakut, Bali Pratipada, Dyuta Krida, Gujarati New Year, Bhaiya Dooj, Bhau Beej, Yama Dwitiya

Narak Chaturdashi
Narak Chaturdashi is an important day of the five-day-long Diwali celebration. The most significant ritual on Chaturdashi day is the Abhyang Snan (holy bathing). It is believed that individuals performing the Abhyang Snan on this day can evade going to Narak (hell). During this ritual, it is recommended to use sesame oil for Ubtan, the cleansing paste used during the Abhyang Snan.

Muhurat

Abhyang Snan Muhurat - 05:28 AM to 06:41 AM
Duration - 01 Hour 13 Mins
Moonrise at Abhyang Snan - 05:28 AM
Abhyang Snan during Moonrise and Chaturdashi
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins - 01:57 PM on Nov 11, 2023
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends - 02:44 PM on Nov 12, 2023

Lakshmi Dat Celebration
Lakshmi Puja on Sunday, November 12, 2023
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat - 05:39 PM to 07:35 PM
Duration - 01 Hour 56 Mins
Pradosh Kaal - 05:29 PM to 08:08 PM
Vrishabha Kaal - 05:39 PM to 07:35 PM
Amavasya Tithi Begins - 02:44 PM on Nov 12, 2023
Amavasya Tithi Ends - 02:56 PM on Nov 13, 2023

Source: Drik Panchang