Diwali, the festival of lights, is around the corner. While there are many stories behind the festival of Diwali, the most popular belief is that when Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile in the forest, the people of the kingdom welcomed him by lighting diyas and celebrating with joy. Diwali symbolises the victory of light over darkness.

While you're scratching your head about whether the festival is on October 20 or 21, let us help you! Lakshmi Puja, the main day of the festival, is marked on the new moon night (Amavasya) of the Kartik month. For 2025, Diwali is likely to fall either on October 20 (Monday) or October 21 (Tuesday), depending on the exact tithi of Amavasya.

Diwali 2025: Key dates to remember

Dhanteras: October 18, 2025(Saturday)

Narak Chaturdashi: Octob

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