Naraka Chaturdashi 2025 – Spiritual Meaning, Panchanga, and Ritual Timings

Spiritual Significance of 20 October 2025: Naraka Chaturdashi – Cleansing Darkness, Welcoming Light

Spiritual Guidance
October 20, 2025

Spiritual Thought of the Day

"When we cleanse our hearts of darkness, the divine light finds its home within."

Day Significance

Naraka Chaturdashi, also known as Chhoti Diwali or Kali Chaudas, is the day before the grand Diwali festival. It commemorates Lord Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura, symbolizing the destruction of ignorance and negativity.
Devotees begin their day with an early morning oil bath (Abhyanga Snān), believed to remove impurities and invite health, prosperity, and happiness. Homes are then decorated with lamps and rangoli, and families perform Lakshmi–Ganesha Puja in the evening to welcome light, wealth, and positivity.

This day serves as a reminder to purify the mind and soul — embracing light, kindness, and divine grace.

Today’s Panchānga – 20 October 2025

Element	Detail / Timing
Tithi	Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Sunrise / Sunset	6:27 AM / 5:54 PM
Abhyanga Snān Muhurta	5:12 AM – 6:25 AM
Pradosh Kāla	5:46 PM – 8:18 PM
Lakshmi–Puja Muhurta	7:08 PM – 8:18 PM
Ritu (Season)	Sharad Ritu
Sun Sign / Moon Sign	Kanya (Virgo) / Tula (Libra)
Nakshatra	Hasta till 9:35 AM → Chitra begins
Yoga	Vyatipata
Karana	Vishti till 10:05 AM → Bava begins
Rahu Kalam	7:53 AM – 9:20 AM
Yamagandam	10:47 AM – 12:14 PM
Gulika Kalam	1:41 PM – 3:08 PM

Spiritual Guidance for the Day

Begin your day with oil bath and prayers before sunrise.
Cleanse your home, light diyas, and offer gratitude to Mother Lakshmi.
Perform Lakshmi–Ganesha Puja during Pradosh Kāla.
Reflect on your inner light—release negativity and renew faith.
Avoid starting major ventures during Rahu Kalam; choose auspicious hours like Abhijit or Pradosh Muhurta.