Narak Chaturdashi 2045: date and puja muhurat
The second day of Diwali, also called Choti Diwali.
Dates and times for New Delhi, India
Narak Chaturdashi 2045
Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 5:02 AM – 6:38 AM
Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi (Kartika, purnimanta): 7:17 AM, 7 Nov – 5:08 AM, 8 Nov
Narak Chaturdashi 2046
Sunday, 28 October 2046 · Abhyang Snan 4:54 AM – 6:30 AM
Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi (Kartika, purnimanta): 12:11 AM, 28 Oct – 8:29 PM, 28 Oct
Narak Chaturdashi dates 2045–2049
| Year | Date and muhurat |
|---|---|
| 2045 | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 5:02 AM – 6:38 AM |
| 2046 | Sunday, 28 October 2046 · Abhyang Snan 4:54 AM – 6:30 AM |
| 2047 | Friday, 18 October 2047 · Abhyang Snan 4:47 AM – 6:23 AM |
| 2048 | Thursday, 5 November 2048 · Abhyang Snan 5:00 AM – 6:36 AM |
| 2049 | Monday, 25 October 2049 · Abhyang Snan 4:52 AM – 6:28 AM |
Computed for New Delhi. Change the city above for your own.
Narak Chaturdashi 2045 in major cities
| City | Date and muhurat |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 5:02 AM – 6:38 AM |
| Mumbai | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 5:06 AM – 6:42 AM |
| Kolkata | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 4:08 AM – 5:44 AM |
| Chennai | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 4:28 AM – 6:04 AM |
| Bengaluru | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 4:39 AM – 6:15 AM |
| Hyderabad | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 4:41 AM – 6:17 AM |
| Pune | Wednesday, 8 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 5:01 AM – 6:37 AM |
| Ahmedabad | Tuesday, 7 November 2045 · Abhyang Snan 5:11 AM – 6:47 AM |
The date is usually the same across India; the muhurat times differ with each city's sunrise and sunset.
What it is
The second day of Diwali, also called Choti Diwali. It recalls Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura.
Why it matters
Krishna's victory over Narakasura, celebrated with an early bath and lamps.
How it is traditionally kept
An oil bath (abhyang snan) before sunrise, lamps in the evening, and preparations for Diwali.
- Wake before dawn and take an oil bath (abhyang snan)
- Light lamps at home
- Burst crackers or celebrate with family, as local custom has it
- Share festive food
Across India
Choti Diwali in the north; in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka it is the main Deepavali day.
Questions
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2045?
Narak Chaturdashi is on Wednesday, 8 November 2045, by the Krishna Chaturdashi, computed for New Delhi.
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2046?
Narak Chaturdashi is on Sunday, 28 October 2046, by the Krishna Chaturdashi, computed for New Delhi.
What is the Abhyang Snan time for Narak Chaturdashi?
For New Delhi: 5:02 AM – 6:38 AM on Wednesday, 8 November. Times differ a little between cities.
What is Narak Chaturdashi?
The second day of Diwali, also called Choti Diwali. It recalls Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura.
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2047?
Friday, 18 October 2047 · Abhyang Snan 4:47 AM – 6:23 AM. Computed for New Delhi. Change the city above for your own.
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2048?
Thursday, 5 November 2048 · Abhyang Snan 5:00 AM – 6:36 AM. Computed for New Delhi. Change the city above for your own.
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2049?
Monday, 25 October 2049 · Abhyang Snan 4:52 AM – 6:28 AM. Computed for New Delhi. Change the city above for your own.
How is Narak Chaturdashi celebrated across India?
Choti Diwali in the north; in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka it is the main Deepavali day.
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