Panchang: October 20, 2025 (Monday)

Panchang for October 20, 2025 (Monday)

Basic Panchang Elements

• Tithi:
  • Amavasya (New Moon day) begins at 3:44 PM on October 20 and continues until 5:54 PM on October 21, 2025.
• Paksha: Krishna Paksha (waning moon phase) until Amavasya starts at 3:44 PM, then Amavasya continues.
• Nakshatra:
  • Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra till 8:06 AM
  • Shravan Nakshatra from 8:06 AM onward.
• Yoga: Atiganda Yoga till 12:34 AM on October 21.
• Karana:
  • Balava Karana till 6:38 AM
  • Kaulava Karana till 7:01 PM, overlapping with the Amavasya tithi start at 3:44 PM.
• Vara (Day): Monday (Somvar).

Sun and Moon Timings (for Sujangarh/Varanasi region approx.)

Seasonal & Calendar Information

• Lunar Month: Kartika (Amavasya falls in Kartika month).
• Samvat Year: Vikram Samvat 2082, Kalayukta Samvat.
• Ritu (Season): Sharad Ritu (Autumn).

Special Festivals and Observances

• Diwali (Deepavali):
  October 20, 2025, is celebrated as Diwali, the festival of lights, marking the victory of light over darkness and good over evil[1][3][4]. It is one of the most significant Hindu festivals involving lighting of diyas (lamps), Lakshmi Puja (worship of Goddess Lakshmi), Ganesha Puja, and family celebrations.
• Lakshmi Puja Muhurat:
  The Puja should be performed during the Sthir Lagna, usually falling between Pradosh Kaal and Vrishabh Kaal periods. The exact muhurat on this day will be around late afternoon to evening, aligned with Amavasya tithi and after sunset times for maximum auspiciousness.
• Other Rituals:
  This day is ideal for spiritual activities, meditation, and charity. Homes and workplaces are thoroughly cleaned and decorated with rangoli and lights. Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, is worshipped with great devotion.

Auspicious Timings

• Sthir Lagna / Muhurat for Lakshmi Puja:
  Typically begins in the evening after sunset and aligns with Amavasya tithi. Exact timing can vary by location but generally occurs during Pradosh Kaal, often between 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM IST.
• Pradosh Kaal:
  Considered one of the most auspicious times in the evening for offering prayers and performing rituals.

Summary Table

October 20, 2025, is the day of Diwali, celebrated with great devotion and joy across India and the world. The key lunar event of Amavasya begins in the late afternoon, making the evening especially auspicious for Lakshmi Puja and lighting of lamps. The Panchang elements indicate favorable nakshatra and yoga for performing spiritual practices and rituals. This day symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and is dedicated to prosperity, family harmony, and spiritual upliftment.