Vasu Baras, also called Govatsa Dwadashi, opens the Diwali festival in Maharashtra and Gujarat. Cows and their calves are worshipped as symbols of nourishment and abundance.
5 Nov 2026
Vasu Baras / Govatsa Dwadashi
Ashwin, Krishna Dwadashi
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6 Nov 2026
Dhantrayodashi / Dhanteras / Dhanvantari Jayanti
Ashwin, Krishna Trayodashi
Dhanteras, also called Dhantrayodashi, begins the five days of Diwali. It is also observed as Dhanvantari Jayanti, honouring Lord Dhanvantari, and is traditionally considered auspicious for new purchases.
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8 Nov 2026
Diwali / Lakshmi Pujan / Kali Puja
Ashwin, Amavasya
Diwali, the festival of lights, marks Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after exile. Homes and temples are lit with rows of diyas, and Lakshmi Pujan is performed in the evening for prosperity. On the same night Bengal and eastern India celebrate Kali Puja, and in much of South India the festival is known as Deepavali.
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8 Nov 2026
Narak Chaturdashi / Choti Diwali
Ashwin, Krishna Chaturdashi
Narak Chaturdashi marks Lord Krishna's victory over Narakasura. It is observed before dawn with abhyanga snan, a ritual oil bath, and the lighting of lamps.
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