As the festival of Diwali approaches, cleaning, decoration and puja preparations begin in homes. Deepotsav has special significance in Hindu religion. This festival starts from Dhanteras and continues till Bhai Dooj. In the year 2026, Dhanteras will be celebrated on 6 November, while the festival of Diwali will be on 8 November.
The special thing is that this time Chhoti Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are falling on the same day. Whereas, Govardhan Puja will be celebrated on 10th November and Bhai Dooj on 11th November. In such a situation, let us know the exact date, date and auspicious time of worship of the five major festivals of Diwali.
When is Dhanteras?
The five-day festival of lights will start from Dhanteras. According to religious belief, worshiping Lord Dhanvantari, Mother Lakshmi and Lord Kuber on this day brings happiness, prosperity and health. Purchasing gold, silver, utensils and other useful items on Dhanteras is also considered auspicious. According to the Panchang, Trayodashi Tithi will start at 10:30 am on November 6 and end at 10:47 am on November 7. The auspicious time of Dhanteras puja will be from 6:02 to 7:57 pm.
When is Chhoti Diwali and Narak Chaturdashi?
Chhoti Diwali is also known as Narak Chaturdashi and Roop Chaudas. On this day, there is a tradition of taking Abhyanga bath before sunrise. This year Chaturdashi Tithi will start from 10:47 am on 7th November and will continue till 11:27 am on 8th November. According to the tradition of Udayatithi and Abhyanga Snan, the bath of Narak Chaturdashi will be done on the morning of 8th November. The auspicious time for taking Abhyanga bath is from 5:41 am to 6:38 am.
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja on 8th November
In Hindu religion, Diwali is celebrated on the evening of Kartik Amavasya. Worship of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha has special significance on this day. It is believed that worshiping Lakshmi as per the rituals brings happiness, peace and prosperity in the house. In the year 2026, Kartik Amavasya will start at 11:27 am on November 8 and will last till 12:31 pm on November 9. Due to Pradosh Kaal being found on the evening of 8th November during Amavasya Tithi, Diwali will be celebrated on this day. The auspicious time of Lakshmi Puja will be from 5:54 to 7:50 pm. Whereas, Pradosh Kaal is from 5:31 pm to 8:09 pm.
When is Govardhan Puja?
After Diwali, the festival of Govardhan Puja is celebrated. This festival is related to Govardhan Leela of Lord Krishna. According to the Panchang, this year Pratipada Tithi will start on November 9 at 12:31 pm and will continue till November 10 at 2 pm. On the basis of Udayatithi, Govardhan Puja will be performed on Tuesday, November 10.
When is Bhai Dooj?
In the year 2026, Bhai Dooj will be celebrated on Wednesday, 11 November. Dwitiya Tithi will start at 2 pm on 10th November and end at 3:53 pm on 11th November. The last major festival of Deepotsav is Bhai Dooj. This festival is considered a symbol of love and unbreakable relationship between brother and sister.