Diwali 2025: Festival calendar, dates, significance, and muhurat guide

Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolizes the victory of good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. Celebrated over five days starting October 18, 2025, it honors Lord Rama’s return and Goddess Lakshmi’s blessings. The main Lakshmi Puja occurs on October 20, with specific auspicious timings for prayers.