Diwali 2024: Amavasya Tithi Timings for Lakshmi Puja Across Major Indian Cities

Diwali 2024: India celebrates Diwali with immense zeal and enthusiasm today, on October 31, marking the return of Lord Ram, along with Sita and Lakshman, from 14 years of exile from Ayodhya. The five-day celebration begins with Dhanteras and concludes with Bhai Dooj, each day embracing unique rituals and customs.

On Diwali, the main day of festivities, families gather to worship Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, with offerings and prayers to invite her blessings.

Diwali Puja 2024: Muhurat and Auspicious Timings

The most auspicious time to perform Lakshmi Puja on Diwali is in the Pradosh Kaal, the period after sunset. This time, particularly during Amavasya Tithi, is considered ideal for seeking prosperity and blessings.

Diwali falls on October 31 this year, with Choti Diwali and Lakshmi Puja coinciding on the same day.

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat (General Timings):

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 5:36 pm to 6:16 pm  

Pradosh Kaal: 5:36 pm to 8:11 pm  
Vrishabha Kaal: 6:20 pm to 8:15 pm  
Amavasya Tithi: Begins at 3:52 pm on October 31 and ends at 6:16 pm on November 1  

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat by City

New Delhi: 5:36 pm to 6:16 pm  
Gurgaon: 5:37 pm to 6:16 pm  
Noida: 5:35 pm to 6:16 pm  
Chandigarh: 5:35 pm to 6:16 pm  
Jaipur: 5:44 pm to 6:16 pm  
Kolkata: 5:45 pm to 6:16 pm  
Chennai: 5:42 pm to 6:16 pm  
Hyderabad: 5:44 pm to 6:16 pm  
Pune: 6:54 pm to 8:33 pm  
Mumbai: 6:57 pm to 8:36 pm  
Bengaluru: 6:47 pm to 8:21 pm  
Ahmedabad: 6:52 pm to 8:35 pm  

Pradosh Kaal & Vrishabha Kaal Timings for Lakshmi Puja 

Pradosh Kaal: 5:36 pm to 8:11 pm  
 Vrishabha Kaal: 6:20 pm to 8:15 pm