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An atmosphere of excitement has already started building in crores of homes across the country regarding the arrival of Diwali (Diwali 2026), the biggest festival of light and joy of Sanatan culture and Hindu religion. But like every year, this time too there is a lot of confusion and confusion in the minds of people regarding the dates of this five-day festival of lights in the month of Kartik, the exact time of Pradosh Kaal and the auspicious time of puja. Sometimes due to increase or decrease in dates and sometimes due to sunrise and position of the moon, people remain confused about the exact dates of Dhanteras, Narak Chaturdashi, Main Diwali and Govardhan Puja. This time too, due to various almanacs and different beliefs, there is a debate among the people regarding the dates. To solve this confusion of yours forever, we have had a special discussion with the well-known and reputed astrologers of Kashi (Varanasi), the spiritual capital of Sanatan Dharma. In today’s detailed, informative and authentic article, we are going to give you complete information about the exact auspicious time, dates and worship methods of all the days from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj as told by the learned astrologers of Kashi.
According to the astrologers of Kashi, what is the real and confirmed date of Diwali 2026?
According to the eminent astrologers and almanac makers of Kashi, the classical solution to whatever doubt is going on in the minds of people regarding the coincidence of Amavasya date of Kartik month and Pradosh period in the year 2026 has come to the fore. According to astrological calculations, the main festival of Diwali is considered very special for the worship of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha during Pradosh period and Nishith period. This time on the day of Diwali, the rare combination of Fixed Ascendant and Taurus Ascendant is going to prove to be extremely fruitful for traders, businessmen and common householders. The scholars of Kashi have clarified that on which day after sunrise and which evening it would be best to invoke Goddess Lakshmi during Pradosh period. With the availability of this authentic information, the confusion of all those devotees across the country who want to make preparations for Deepotsav in their homes at the right time will be removed.
Auspicious time sequence of all the days from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj
This five-day long festival of Diwali starts from Dhantrayodashi i.e. Dhanteras and ends on the holy festival of Bhai Dooj, and each day has its own religious and cultural significance. The most auspicious time for purchasing gold, silver, utensils, vehicles or new jewelery on the day of Dhanteras has been determined according to the Panchang of Kashi during Pradosh period, in which purchase increases the wealth thirteen times. The next day, on Narak Chaturdashi i.e. Chhoti Diwali, there is a tradition of lighting a lamp in the name of Yamraj and taking a bath on Roop Chaturdashi. After this, the most effective time of Lakshmi-Ganesh puja, Kuber puja and Wahi-khata puja comes in Pradosh Vela in the evening on the main Diwali day. On the day of Govardhan Puja, nature and cows are worshiped by offering Annakoot, and finally on the day of Bhai Dooj, sisters apply tilak on the forehead of their brothers and pray for their long life, all the exact moments of which have been decided by the astrologers of Kashi.
Importance of Pradosh Kaal and Sthira Lagna to welcome Goddess Lakshmi
It is clearly stated in the Hindu religious scriptures that the worship of Goddess Lakshmi done on the night of Diwali is fruitful only if it is performed in the right ascendant and auspicious time. Pradosh Kaal is the time when day and night meet and during this time maximum amount of positive energy is transmitted in the universe. Along with this, the puja performed in fixed ascendants like Taurus or Leo is considered very permanent and infallible as it is believed that in the fixed ascendant, Goddess Lakshmi resides in the house forever. Astrologers of Kashi have advised that at the time of puja, make a rangoli with turmeric and rice flour at the main entrance of the house, light a big lamp of ghee and welcome the Mother Goddess by keeping the entire house clean. If you keep all these things in mind and perform the rituals at the right time, then there will be no dearth of happiness, peace, prosperity and wealth in your house throughout the year.
On this Diwali, say goodbye to confusion and do puja at the right time.
The real joy of festivals comes only when they are celebrated with full devotion, in the right manner and at the right time. It is common to have some differences regarding dates, but these dates and auspicious times certified by the scholars of Kashi completely eliminate all your doubts. This time in these auspicious days of Diwali 2026, together with your family, worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha during these auspicious times, donate to the needy and make your life bright. Celebrated with correct information and proper preparation, this festival of lights will open new doors of new enthusiasm and success in your life.