
Diwali 2025 in Haryana: Laxmi Puja, Ganesh Puja & Aarti Muhurat for Gurgaon, Faridabad & More
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, will illuminate Haryana on Monday, October 20, 2025. Cities like Gurgaon, Faridabad, Panipat, Karnal, and Ambala will shine with diyas, rangolis, and festive decorations. Families across the state will perform Laxmi Puja, Ganesh Puja, and Aarti, seeking blessings for prosperity, happiness, and peace. The celebrations will blend traditional rituals with vibrant community gatherings.
Diwali / Laxmi Puja Date: Monday, 20 October 2025
Amavasya Tithi: 3:44 PM (20 Oct) – 5:54 PM (21 Oct)
Laxmi Puja Muhurat: 7:06 PM – 8:16 PM IST
Pradosh Kaal: 5:46 PM – 8:18 PM IST
Vrishabha Kaal: 7:06 PM – 9:01 PM IST
| City | Laxmi Puja Muhurat | Ganesh Puja (Before Laxmi Puja) | Aarti (After Laxmi Puja) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurgaon | 7:06 PM – 8:16 PM | 6:42 PM – 7:02 PM | 8:20 PM – 8:35 PM |
| Faridabad | 7:05 PM – 8:15 PM | 6:40 PM – 7:00 PM | 8:18 PM – 8:33 PM |
| Panipat | 7:07 PM – 8:17 PM | 6:43 PM – 7:03 PM | 8:22 PM – 8:37 PM |
| Karnal | 7:06 PM – 8:16 PM | 6:42 PM – 7:02 PM | 8:20 PM – 8:35 PM |
| Ambala | 7:06 PM – 8:16 PM | 6:42 PM – 7:02 PM | 8:20 PM – 8:35 PM |
| Hisar | 7:05 PM – 8:15 PM | 6:40 PM – 7:00 PM | 8:18 PM – 8:33 PM |
| Rohtak | 7:06 PM – 8:16 PM | 6:42 PM – 7:02 PM | 8:20 PM – 8:35 PM |
Note: Timings are approximate. Local sunset times and priestly traditions may slightly alter the exact muhurat.
Place Lord Ganesha’s idol on a clean altar.
Offer modaks, ladoos, and flowers.
Light a diya and incense sticks.
Recite Ganesh mantras.
Conclude with arati.
Clean and decorate the puja area with flowers and diyas.
Place idols or pictures of Goddess Laxmi and Lord Ganesha.
Offer sweets, fruits, and coins.
Light diyas and incense sticks.
Chant mantras: “Om Shreem Mahalakshmiye Namah.”
Conclude with aarti.
Performed at the end of the puja with devotional songs and waving a lamp in front of the deities.
Homes & Temples: Cities like Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Karnal are beautifully decorated with diyas and lanterns.
Markets: Local markets bustle with shopping for sweets, gifts, and decorations.
Community Events: Many areas host cultural performances and safe fireworks displays.
Family Gatherings: Families come together for prayers, feasts, and festive celebrations.
The timings mentioned above are based on general Panchang data and may vary slightly depending on local sunset times and priestly traditions. Devotees are advised to confirm the exact muhurat with their local temple or pandit before performing rituals.
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