Diwali 2023: Five-Day Diwali This Year

Laxmi Pujan on November 1

This year, Diwali will be celebrated for five days. Laxmi Pujan, the main day of Diwali, will be celebrated on November 1, 2023. The auspicious time for Laxmi Pujan is from 6:09 PM to 8:33 PM, which is two hours and 24 minutes after sunset.

Surya Grahan on Diwali Day

Lunar Eclipse on Diwali Day

This Diwali, a partial solar eclipse will occur on October 25, 2023, and a total lunar eclipse will occur on November 8, 2023. The solar eclipse will be visible in parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia, while the lunar eclipse will be visible in North and South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Diwali Puja Vidhi

Laxmi Puja Samagri

To perform Laxmi Puja, you will need the following items: - Idols of Goddess Laxmi and Lord Ganesha - Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar) - Flowers - Incense sticks - Diyas - Sweets - Fruits - Coins - Red cloth

Diwali Safety Tips

Fireworks Safety

Diwali is a time for celebration, but it is also important to stay safe. Here are some tips to help you stay safe during Diwali: - Use fireworks only in a safe area, away from buildings and flammable materials. - Never point fireworks at people or animals. - Keep children away from fireworks. - Light fireworks one at a time and never relight a firework that has gone out. - Always have a bucket of water or a hose nearby in case of fire.