Choti Diwali, Lakshmi Puja, and Kali Puja: Same Day Celebration in 2025

As the festive season approaches, families across India are gearing up for Diwali, a celebration symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness. This year, there is some confusion regarding the dates due to a rare celestial alignment.

Will Choti Diwali, Lakshmi Puja, and Kali Puja be celebrated on the same day in 2025? According to the Drik Panchang, these significant events will coincide on Monday, October 20, 2025.

The main Diwali night is marked by lighting diyas and performing pujas to both Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh. In various regions, especially in eastern India, devotees also worship Goddess Kali on this auspicious day.

Diwali 2025 Dates

Diwali typically spans five days, starting with Dhanteras and ending with Bhaiya Dooj. Here’s the complete calendar for Diwali 2025:

Day 1 – October 17, 2025 (Friday)

Ekadashi – Govatsa Dwadashi, Vasu Baras

Day 2 – October 18, 2025 (Saturday)

Dwadashi – Dhantrayodashi, Dhanteras

Day 3 – October 19, 2025 (Sunday)

Trayodashi – Kali Chaudas

Day 4 – October 20, 2025 (Monday)

Chaturdashi / Amavasya – Narak Chaturdashi, Choti Diwali, Lakshmi Puja, Kali Puja

Day 5 – October 21, 2025 (Tuesday)

Amavasya – Diwali Snan, Diwali Devpuja

Day 6 – October 22, 2025 (Wednesday)

Pratipada – Govardhan Puja

Day 7 – October 23, 2025 (Thursday)

Dwitiya – Bhaiya Dooj

Lakshmi Puja Details

Date: Monday, October 20, 2025

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM

Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes

This year, the Pradosh Kaal, considered the most auspicious time for Lakshmi Puja, will occur between 5:46 PM and 8:18 PM. Observing this ritual during this time is believed to invite prosperity and blessings into homes.