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News India Live, Digital Desk: Panch Parva: That time of the year has come for which we all eagerly wait. When the lamps lit at the doorstep of the house not only remove darkness but also the sadness of the mind. Yes, the festival of lights and happiness i.e. Diwali week is about to begin. It is not just a festival of one day, but a celebration of five days, which starts from Dhanteras and continues till Bhai Dooj. Every day has its own significance, a different story and a different worship method. Come, let us know which festival is on which day in these five days this year and what is the most auspicious time for puja. First day: Dhanteras (Friday, 18 October 2025) This day is the day of shopping. It is believed that anything purchased on this day increases in value thirteen times. This day is dedicated to Lord Dhanvantari, Mother Lakshmi and Kuber God. What to buy: Gold, silver, brass utensils, broom, coriander. Auspicious time of worship: 05:46 pm to 08:21 pm (Pradosh Kaal). Yama’s lamp: Do not forget to light a lamp in the name of Yama outside the house on this evening, it averts the fear of untimely death. Second day: Narak Chaturdashi. Or Chhoti Diwali (Saturday, 19 October 2025), this day is also called Roop Chaudas and Kali Chaudas. It is believed that on this day Lord Shri Krishna killed Narakasura and freed 16 thousand girls from his captivity. Taking bath in the morning with oil and paste on this day enhances beauty and eliminates the fear of going to hell. Timing of Abhyanga Snan: 05:09 AM to 06:24 AM. Third Day: Diwali or Badi Diwali (Sunday, 20 October 2025) This is the main day of the five-day festival. On this day Lord Ram returned to Ayodhya after completing 14 years of exile. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Lord Ganesha, the God of wisdom, are worshiped in the evening. Auspicious time of Lakshmi-Ganesh Puja: 06:05 pm to 08:31 pm. Mahanishith Kaal Puja: 11:39 pm to 12:30 am. Fourth day: Govardhan Puja (Monday, 21 October 2025). It is also called Annakoot Puja. On this day, Lord Shri Krishna lifted Govardhan Mountain on his little finger to break the ego of Indra. On this day, Govardhan Parvat is made from cow dung and worshiped in the courtyard of the house and Annakoot with 56 offerings is prepared. Auspicious time of worship: 06:25 am to 08:40 am. Fifth day: Bhai Dooj (Tuesday, 22 October 2025). This festival is a symbol of the unbreakable love between brother and sister. On this day, sisters apply tilak on their brother’s forehead and pray for his long life and health. It is believed that taking bath in Yamuna river on this day has special significance. Auspicious time for applying Tilak to brother: 10:41 am to 12:05 pm. So get ready to enjoy this Panch festival and welcome happiness and prosperity in your home by doing puja in these auspicious times.
