When is Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) in 2026?

Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) falls on 8 November 2026. That date is calculated for New Delhi; because the tithi begins and ends at a local clock time, Ganak recomputes it for your own city.

How is Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) observed?

Observe the local pre-sunrise Abhyanga Snan period, then household prayer and food according to regional custom. This morning observance is distinct from the Diwali Lakshmi Puja evening.

What are the food and fasting rules for Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali)?

No universal fast applies; in many regions the day centres an early festive meal after bath. Follow medical and family dietary needs.

When is the parana — breaking the fast — for Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali)?

Paran follows the household observance. If a fast is kept, complete it after the morning bath and worship according to family custom.

How does Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) vary by region?

Tamil Deepavali strongly centres the pre-dawn oil bath, new clothes and food. Maharashtra and Karnataka also keep Abhyanga Snan and festive faral/breakfast. North India commonly calls it Chhoti Diwali and may emphasise lamps more than the full southern morning sequence.

Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) — Date & Puja

Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali)Naraka Chaturdashi remembers Krishna's defeat of Narakasura and the release from oppression in many western and southern… Local date, timing and puja guide.

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