As Diwali 2025 approaches, devotees across India are preparing to celebrate Lakshmi Puja, a significant ritual dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. This year, the auspicious occasion falls on Monday, October 20, 2025, coinciding with Kartik Amavasya. The timing of the puja varies across different cities, allowing residents to partake in this sacred tradition at the most opportune moments.
Auspicious Muhurat for Lakshmi Puja
According to the Hindu calendar, the Amavasya Tithi (new moon night) begins on October 20 at 3:44 PM and concludes on October 21 at 5:54 PM. The most favorable time for performing Lakshmi Puja is during the evening hours, specifically between 7:08 PM and 8:18 PM IST. This one-hour and ten-minute window aligns with the Pradosh Kaal, a period considered highly auspicious for worship. Additionally, the Vrishabha Kaal, another favorable time, spans from 7:08 PM to 9:03 PM IST.
City-wise Lakshmi Puja Timings
Devotees in various cities across India can observe the following timings for Lakshmi Puja on October 20, 2025:
- Pune: 7:38 PM to 8:37 PM
- New Delhi: 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM
- Chennai: 7:20 PM to 8:14 PM
- Jaipur: 7:17 PM to 8:25 PM
- Hyderabad: 7:21 PM to 8:19 PM
- Mumbai: 7:41 PM to 8:41 PM
- Bengaluru: 7:31 PM to 8:25 PM
- Ahmedabad: 7:36 PM to 8:40 PM
- Noida: 7:07 PM to 8:18 PM
- Gurgaon: 7:09 PM to 8:19 PM
- Chandigarh: 7:06 PM to 8:19 PM
- Kolkata: 5:06 PM to 5:54 PM
- Guwahati: 5:06 PM to 5:54 PM
These timings are based on local time zones and are provided to assist devotees in planning their worship schedules accordingly.
Significance of Lakshmi Puja
Lakshmi Puja is one of the most important rituals of Diwali. Devotees believe that performing the puja during the auspicious muhurat invites wealth, prosperity, and good fortune into their homes. Families clean and decorate their homes with diyas, rangoli, and flowers to welcome Goddess Lakshmi. The ritual typically includes offering sweets, fruits, and prayers, followed by lighting lamps to symbolize the triumph of light over darkness.
As millions across India observe Lakshmi Puja, the day serves as a reminder of the cultural and spiritual richness of Diwali and reinforces the importance of faith, devotion, and community celebrations.
