Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is one of the major festivals of Hindus, celebrated with immense enthusiasm and joy across the nation. The festival symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Diwali is observed on the Amavasya (new moon day) of the Kartik month according to the Hindu lunar calendar. This year, there has been some confusion regarding the exact date of Diwali; however, astrologers reveal that this is not a coincidence but rather a part of a divine cosmic alignment.
The Amavasya Tithi will fall over two days — October 20 and will end on October 21. However, there’s no need to be confused or worried about the date. We are here to tell you the exact day to celebrate the festival of Diwali and explain the astrological reason behind it.
Amavasya Tithi Begins- October 20, 2025- 3:44 PM
Amavasya Tithi Ends: October 21, 2025- 5:54 PM
Lakshmi Puja Muhrat- October 20, 2025- 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM
Pradosh Kaal- October 20, 2025- 5:46 PM to 8:18 PM
Vrishabha Kaal- October 20, 2025- 7: 08 PM to 9:03 PM
The Amavasya Tithi will begin on October 20 at 3:44 PM and end on October 21 at 5:54 PM. Therefore, according to the Hindu Panchang, Diwali should ideally be celebrated on October 20, as the Amavasya Tithi prevails during the evening hours — the most auspicious time for Lakshmi Puja and other Diwali rituals.
Importance of Amavasya Tithi
According to Hindu scriptures, the Amavasya Tithi holds special significance during Diwali. It is believed that after defeating the demon king Ravana, Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya on this very day. The people of Ayodhya welcomed Him with immense joy and lit rows of lamps to illuminate the night, as it was Amavasya—the darkest night of the month. This celebration marked the victory of light over darkness and goodness over evil, giving rise to the festival of Diwali.
