Narak Chaturdashi
Kannada
Narak Chaturdashi
About Narak Chaturdashi
Narak Chaturdashi falls on the 14th day of the dark fortnight in the month of Kartik (October-November), the day before Diwali. It commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura.
Devotees wake up before dawn, take an oil bath, and perform special pujas to celebrate the victory of good over evil.
In Karnataka, the festival is celebrated with traditional rituals, oil baths, and festive meals.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe traditional rituals and oil baths on this day.
- Wake up before dawn and take an oil bath.
- Perform special pujas to Lord Krishna.
- Light oil lamps and share festive meals.
- Visit temples and offer prayers.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the morning puja with a festive meal.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Wake up before dawn and take an oil bath.
- Set up the Krishna altar with flowers and decorations.
- Offer prayers to Lord Krishna.
- Distribute prasad to devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura, celebrating the triumph of good over evil.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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