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Diwali 2024: The nation will commemorate Diwali on October 31. The festival of lights is one of Hinduism's most important celebrations, reminding us of the triumph of virtue over evil. The event commemorates Lord Ram's triumphant return to Ayodhya after slaying Ravana.

Diwali lasts five to six days, beginning with Dhanteras and ending with Govardhan Puja. Following Dhanteras, people will celebrate Choti Diwali, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja, and Bhaidooj.

This year, Choti Diwali and Badhi Diwali coincide on the same day, October 31, according to Hindustan Times. This is the day when people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha. Here are the city-wide dates of Lakshmi Puja on Diwali 2024 on October 31, reported HT, citing Drik Panchang.

Diwali 2024: City-Wise Timing For Lakshmi Puja

  • New Delhi- 5:36 pm-6:16 pm
  • Mumbai- 6:57 pm-8:36 pm
  • Bengaluru- 6:47 pm-8:21 pm
  • Ahmedabad- 6:52 pm- 8:35 pm
  • Chandigarh- 5:35 pm- 6:16 pm
  • Chennai- 5:42 pm- 6:16 pm
  • Hyderabad- 5:44 pm- 6:16 pm
  • Kolkata- 5:45 pm- 6:16 pm
  • Pune- 6:54 pm-8:33 pm

Diwali festivities represent more than just performing puja; they also represent decorating the home, purifying the interior, spending time with loved ones, etc.

Important Dates

The Diwali celebrations include Dhanteras (October 29), Choti Diwali (October 31), Diwali and Lakshmi Puja (October 31), Govardhan Puja (November 2), and Bhai Dooj (November 3).