Diwali 2023: Check out schedule as five-day festive week begins today
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Diwali 2023 Festivities
As Diwali, the vibrant festival of lights, approaches, the markets are bustling with shoppers preparing for the joyous occasion. Dhanteras, which is celebrated today, starts the five-day extravaganza of the festive week. It is marked as an auspicious day for acquiring new metal items, particularly gold and silver.
The Festive Week
Throughout the five-day celebration, various rituals and worships, centred around Goddess Lakshmi will unfold. The pinnacle of the festivities is the new moon day, Amavasya, dedicated to Lakshmi Puja, Lakshmi-Ganesh Puja, and Diwali Puja. Here's a breakdown of the five significant days of Diwali starting today.
November 10: Dhanteras or Dhan Trayodashi
According to Drik Panchang, Dhanteras puja muhurat commences at 5:47 pm and concludes at 7:43 pm today, lasting for 1 hour 56 minutes. Devotees worship Lord Kubera and Goddess Lakshmi on this day, making new purchases to invoke prosperity.
November 11: Narak Chaturdashi, also known as Choti Diwali
Narak Chaturdasi, or Chhoti Diwali, is observed on November 11. The 'deepdaan shubh muhurat' spans from 05:29 pm to 8:07 pm. This day is dedicated to dispelling darkness, symbolising the triumph of light over evil.
November 12: Diwali
Drik Panchang indicates that the Lakshmi Puja muhurat on Diwali will last from 5:39 pm to 7:35 pm. Diwali, the main festive day, witnesses fervent Lakshmi Pujan, marking the pinnacle of celebrations with vibrant lights and joy.
November 13: Govardhan Puja
Govardhan Puja muhurat is from 06:43 am to 08:52 am on November 13. A day post-Diwali, it honours Lord Krishna, who saved the residents of Mathura by lifting the Govardhan mountain, showcasing the victory of righteousness.
November 14: Bhai Dooj
The final day, Bhai Dooj or Bhau Beej, falls on November 14. Aparahna time spans from 01:10 pm to 03:19 pm. Celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, it occurs on the second day of the Shukla Paksha, aligning with the lunar calendar.
