Narak Chaturdashi 2086: date and puja muhurat
The second day of Diwali, also called Choti Diwali.
Dates and times for New Delhi, India
Narak Chaturdashi 2086
Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:59 AM – 6:35 AM
Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi (Kartika, purnimanta): 12:30 PM, 4 Nov – 3:02 PM, 5 Nov
Narak Chaturdashi 2087
Saturday, 25 October 2087 · Abhyang Snan 4:52 AM – 6:28 AM
Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi (Kartika, purnimanta): 12:51 PM, 24 Oct – 2:45 PM, 25 Oct
Narak Chaturdashi dates 2086–2090
| Year | Date and muhurat |
|---|---|
| 2086 | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:59 AM – 6:35 AM |
| 2087 | Saturday, 25 October 2087 · Abhyang Snan 4:52 AM – 6:28 AM |
| 2088 | Friday, 12 November 2088 · Abhyang Snan 5:05 AM – 6:41 AM |
| 2089 | Tuesday, 1 November 2089 · Abhyang Snan 4:57 AM – 6:33 AM |
| 2090 | Sunday, 22 October 2090 · Abhyang Snan 4:50 AM – 6:26 AM |
Computed for New Delhi. Change the city above for your own.
Narak Chaturdashi 2086 in major cities
| City | Date and muhurat |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:59 AM – 6:35 AM |
| Mumbai | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 5:04 AM – 6:40 AM |
| Kolkata | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:07 AM – 5:43 AM |
| Chennai | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:27 AM – 6:03 AM |
| Bengaluru | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:38 AM – 6:14 AM |
| Hyderabad | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:40 AM – 6:16 AM |
| Pune | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 4:59 AM – 6:35 AM |
| Ahmedabad | Tuesday, 5 November 2086 · Abhyang Snan 5:10 AM – 6:46 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 2086?
Narak Chaturdashi is on Tuesday, 5 November 2086, by the Krishna Chaturdashi, computed for New Delhi.
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2087?
Narak Chaturdashi is on Saturday, 25 October 2087, by the Krishna Chaturdashi, computed for New Delhi.
What is the Abhyang Snan time for Narak Chaturdashi?
For New Delhi: 4:59 AM – 6:35 AM on Tuesday, 5 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 2088?
Friday, 12 November 2088 · Abhyang Snan 5:05 AM – 6:41 AM. Computed for New Delhi. Change the city above for your own.
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2089?
Tuesday, 1 November 2089 · Abhyang Snan 4:57 AM – 6:33 AM. Computed for New Delhi. Change the city above for your own.
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2090?
Sunday, 22 October 2090 · Abhyang Snan 4:50 AM – 6:26 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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