Kartika Amavasya (Diwali) 2025 falls on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The darkest night of the year — illuminated by the Festival of Lights. Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped for wealth and prosperity. Amavasya (new moon) is the most important day for honoring departed ancestors through Pitru Tarpan, Shradh, and acts of charity.
Fasting / Vrat
Kartika Amavasya (Diwali)
कार्तिक अमावस्या (दीपावली)
Tuesday, October 21, 2025Kartika Masa
Significance
Every Amavasya is dedicated to remembering and honoring departed ancestors (Pitru). Performing Tarpan, Shradh, and charity on Amavasya is believed to bring peace to the souls of the departed and blessings to the living family.
Rituals & Traditions
- Performing Pitru Tarpan at a river bank or water body
- Offering food, water, and sesame seeds to departed ancestors
- Taking a holy dip in a sacred river at dawn
- Donating food, clothes, and money to the needy
- Fasting and visiting temples for prayers
Panchang Details
Tithi
Amavasya
Masa
Kartika
Paksha
Krishna
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