Diwali 2024 Shubh Muhurat: Celebrating on October 31 and November 1

This year, due to differences in the Panchang (Hindu calendar), Diwali will be celebrated on both October 31 and November 1. If you’re planning to observe Diwali on Thursday, October 31, here’s the most auspicious time for Diwali Puja, as recommended by Astrologer Pandit Ramgovind Shastri.

Most Auspicious Time for Diwali Puja on October 31

For those celebrating Diwali on October 31, there are two auspicious Muhurtas (times) for Puja:

First Muhurta: Sthir Lagna in the evening.

Second Muhurta: Based on Chaughadiya in the evening.

Chaughadiya Muhurta in the Evening

According to Astrologer Pandit Ramgovind Shastri, Chaturdashi (the 14th day) on October 31 begins at 2:59 pm, lasting throughout the night on Pradosh Amavasya. Since there is no Amavasya on November 1 during Pradosh Kaal, the Shastra Samvat Diwali will be celebrated on October 31.

Amavasya Tithi: Begins at 3 pm.

Chaughadiya Muhurtas: Three auspicious Muhurtas occur from 4:30 pm to 9 pm.

Most Auspicious Puja Times at Home

Sthir Lagna: 6:30 pm to 8:15 pm

Diwali Puja Timings According to Chaughadiya

Evening Chaughadiya: 4:30 pm to 6 pm

Amrit Chaughadiya: 6 pm to 7:30 pm

Char Chaughadiya: 6:30 pm to 9 pm

These timings will help you celebrate Diwali at the most auspicious moments for peace and prosperity in your home.