Diwali
MalayalamAlso known as: Deepavali
Diwali
About Diwali
Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated in Kerala on the new moon day in the month of Thulam (October-November), marking the victory of light over darkness.
Homes are illuminated with oil lamps and candles, and special pujas are performed to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
In Kerala, Diwali is celebrated with fireworks, sweets, and family gatherings. The day is a public holiday.
The festival commemorates Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after his victory over Ravana, symbolising the triumph of good over evil.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a light fast and perform elaborate Lakshmi-Vishnu worship.
- Clean and decorate the home with oil lamps.
- Perform Lakshmi-Vishnu puja in the evening.
- Light fireworks and share sweets with neighbours.
- Celebrate with family and community gatherings.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the evening puja with festive food.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean and decorate the home with oil lamps and rangoli.
- Set up the Lakshmi-Vishnu altar with flowers and offerings.
- Perform the puja with kumkum, rice, and flowers.
- Light all the lamps and distribute prasad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Kerala, Diwali is celebrated with oil lamps, fireworks, sweets, and family gatherings. It is a public holiday.
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.
Recommended Pages
Comprehensive annual Hindu calendar with tithis and festivals.
Detailed month-wise view of lunar tithis and celestial events.
Marathi Panchang and festive dates for the year.
Gujarati Vikram Samvat calendar and festivals.
Telugu calendar and festive Panchangam details.
Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.