Bhoot Chaturdashi, also known as Kali Chaudas, is an annual Hindu festival that falls on Chaturdashi of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu calendar month of Kartik which usually corresponds to the month of October or November in the Gregorian calendar. The festival of Bhoot Chaturdashi is predominantly celebrated in West Bengal, Odisha, and other parts of eastern India. It is observed on the eve of Kali Pujo during the festival of Diwali. Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 or Kali Chaudas 2024 falls on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

According to Drikpanchang, the Kali Chaudas 2024 Muhurat will be from 11:57 PM to 12:47 AM on October 31, which will last for 50 minutes. The Chaturdashi Tithi will begin at 01:15 PM on October 30 and end at 03:52 PM on October 31. In this article, let’s know more about Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 date, Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 puja timings and the significance of the day. Halloween 2024 Date: Know Fascinating History, Traditions, Significance and Celebration of the Spooky Festival. 

Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 Date

Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 falls on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 Timings

  • The Kali Chaudas 2024 Muhurat will be from 11:57 PM to 12:47 AM on October 31

  • The Chaturdashi Tithi will begin at 01:15 PM on October 30 and end at 03:52 PM on October 31.

Bhoot Chaturdashi Significance and Rituals

Bhoot Chaturdashi holds great significance in Hinduism as it is said that the demon Narakasura was killed on this day by Krishna and Satyabhama. The day is celebrated by early morning religious rituals, and festivities. Kali Chaudas is mainly observed in Western states especially in Gujarat. Kali Chaudas day should not be mixed with Roop Chaudas and Narak Chaturdashi as it might fall one day before of Narak Chaturdashi. The day of Kali Chaudas is decided when Chaturdashi prevails during midnight which as per Panchang is known as Maha Nishita time.

In many regions, this day is also known as Narak Chaturdashi, where devotees take a ritualistic bath using oil and ubtan before sunrise. This symbolises cleansing oneself from impurities and preparing for a fresh start, representing the destruction of the demon Narakasura by Lord Krishna.

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