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Naraka Chaturdashi 2024: Date, Puja Muhurat, Timings: The five-day Diwali celebrations in India have officially begun with Dhantrayodashi or Dhanteras today, October 29, 2024, following which Naraka Chaturdashi, commonly called Choti Diwali or Kali Chaudas, will be celebrated.
It is an auspicious Hindu festival celebrated on the 14th day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik, a day before Diwali.
The festival celebrates Lord Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
While Abhyang Snan is recommended on three Diwali days: Chaturdashi, Amavasya, and Pratipada, Drik Panchang states that Narak Chaturdashi is the most significant day for the ritual.
With the festival just around the corner, here’s all you need to know about Naraka Chaturdashi—from date to puja muhurat timings, rituals, and more.
Naraka Chaturdashi occurs on the 14th day of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the Hindu month of Kartik.
In 2024, people will observe it on Wednesday, October 30. Drik Panchang has shared the auspicious timings for the day; find them below:
The festival’s origin can be traced back to Hindu mythology. As per the legend, Lord Krishna, along with Goddess Kali and Satyabhama, over the demon king Narakasura.
Narakasura was a tyrant who tormented people and captured 16,100 women, and in response to the people’s prayers for relief, Lord Krishna defeated the demon king, freeing the captives.
After slaying the demon, it is said that Lord Krishna took an oil bath during the auspicious Brahma Muhurat, which is why taking Abhyang Snan, a ritual bath, is considered highly beneficial on this day.
This festival holds deep spiritual significance, symbolizing the triumph of victory over evil.
On this day, devotees perform an oil bath before sunrise, which is believed to cleanse sins and protect against misfortune.
Naraka Chaturdashi serves as a reminder that good ultimately prevails over evil, encouraging devotees to embrace positivity and spiritual growth as they prepare for the grand festival of Diwali that follows.
