When is Diwali 2022? 2022
Diwali celebration starts with Dhanteras on October 23, 2022 Sunday and
ends with Bhai Dooj on October 27, 2022 Thursday. Lakshmi Puja, the most
auspicious of diwali festival days is celebrated as the day of Diwali.
Hence, Diwali 2022 falls on Monday, October 24.
As per the Hindu calendar, Diwali 2022 will be observed on October 24, 2022.
On this day, Lord Ganesh and Goddess Lakshmi are worshipped, which is
known as Diwali Puja or Lakshmi Ganesh Pujan. Last year, in 2021, Diwali
was celebrated on November 4.
The most auspicious time for the puja is decided when “amavasya tithi” prevails during “pradosh kaal” or the evening time.
The best time to perform Lakshmi pooja on Diwali is the evening. The best Muhurat for the Lakshmi puja might fall between 6 pm and 8 pm and hence you can perform the puja anytime during this period
Diwali Calendar 2022 - The 5 days of Diwali 2022
Day 1 Dhanteras October 23, Sunday
Day 2 Naraka Chaturdasi (Chotti Diwali) October 24, Monday
Day 3 Lakshmi Puja (Diwali Festival) October 24, Monday
Day 4 Govardhan Puja October 26, Wednesday
Day 5 Bhai Dooj October 27, Thursday
Black is the most suitable color to wear on this day. As Diwali is a very special and auspicious festival, it is good to wear traditional wear these days.