The festival of Diwali holds special significance for Hindus, which is considered one of the most important and largest festivals in India. This festival is observed as a symbol of the victory of good over good over evil and light over darkness. On this day people decorate their homes with colorful lights and lamps. Also, new idols of Maa Lakshmi and Ganesh are also installed in the house.
Short Diwali is celebrated a day before Diwali, which is known as Kali Chaudas, Bhoot Chaturdashi and Roop Chaudas. Although some people consider Kali Chaudas to be Narak Chaturdashi, these two are different. Kali Chaudas is celebrated a day before Narak Chaturdashi. Let us know that in the year 2025, Chhoti Diwali i.e. Kali Chaudas will be celebrated on which day. Also, you will also learn about the importance and time of burning Yamdeep.
When is the short Diwali in 2025?
According to Drik Panchang, Chhoti Diwali is celebrated every year on the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. This time the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month will be on October 19 from 1:51 pm to 20 October 2025 from 3:44 pm. According to Udaya Tithi, this time Chhoti Diwali will be celebrated on 19 October 2025, Sunday, while Narak Chaturdashi will be celebrated on 20 October with Diwali.
Auspicious time of Chhoti Diwali Puja
On the day of Chhoti Diwali, i.e. from 12 noon on October 19 to October 20, there is auspicious time for worshiping deities and burning of Yamdeep. On the day of small Diwali, people clean their homes in auspicious time and light a lamp in front of the deities. On this day, special worship is done to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. Also, crackers are also boiled.
Importance of lighting Yama lamp on short Diwali
On the small Diwali, the all -round lamp of mustard oil should be lit for Yamraj in the south direction at the main gate of the house. This lamp is called Yamdeep, burning it provides freedom from the fear of premature death and brings happiness and prosperity in the family.
Diwali 2025 calendar
18 October 2025, Var Saturday – Dhanteras
19 October 2025, War Sunday – Chhoti Diwali (Kali Chaudas)
20 October 2025, War Monday – Diwali and Narak Chaturdashi
21 October 2025, war Tuesday – Diwali bath
22 October 2025, Var Wednesday – Govardhan Puja
23 October 2025, War Thursday – Bhai Dooj