Diwali is the most important Hindu festival that is celebrated across the country with great enthusiasm and fervour. The five-day festivity begins with the Dhanteras celebration and concludes with the observance of Govardhan Puja. Diwali 2022 will be celebrated from October 22 to October 26. Many people also celebrate Govatsa Dwadashi or Vasu Baras on the day before Dhanteras. The main celebration of Diwali 2022 will be on October 24. While the reason for celebrating Diwali is different in various parts of the world, the festival is equally important across all states. As we prepare to celebrate Diwali 2022, here is everything you need to know about the festival, the Diwali 2022 full calendar and the significance of each observance. Govatsa Dwadashi or Bach Baras 2022 Date: Nandini Vrat Traditions, Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance of Festival Devoted to Worshipping Cows and Calves.
When is Diwali 2022?
Diwali is a five-day festival that is celebrated in the Hindu month of Kartikeya. Diwali 2022 will be celebrated from October 22 (Dhanteras) and go on till October 26. People in Maharashtra and some other states begin the celebration of Diwali one day before Dhanteras, with the observance of Govatsa Dwadashi or Vasu Baras.
Diwali 2022 Festivals Full Calendar
Date | Festival | Puja Timing |
October 21 | Govatsa Dwadashi or Vasu Baras | Pradosha Kala Govatsa Dwadashi Muhurat - 18:12 to 20:40 |
October 22 | Dhanteras | Dhanteras Puja Muhurat - 19:34 to 20:40 |
October 23 | Kali Chaudas | Kali Chaudas Muhurat - 23:58 to 00:48, Oct 24 |
October 24 | Narak Chaturdashi / Tamil Deepavali / Lakshmi Puja | Lakshmi Puja Muhurat - 19:26 to 20:39 |
October 25 | Diwali Snan / Diwali Devpuja | |
October 26 | Govardhan Puja / Bhau Beej/Gujarati New Year | Govardhan Puja Pratahkal Muhurat - 06:36 to 08:55 |
Govatsa Dwadashi or Vasu Baras 2022 — October 21
Govatsa Dwadashi is celebrated on the day before Dha