Wed Oct 30 04:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Diwali 2024: Choti Diwali Celebrated as Narak Chaturdashi, A Day of Wishes and Rituals
Diwali, a major festival in the Sanatan Dharma tradition, will be celebrated this year on the Amavasya (new moon) of the Kartik month’s Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) according to the Hindu calendar. The day before Diwali is known as Choti Diwali, which is also called Narak Chaturdashi.
On Choti Diwali, people exchange greetings and best wishes. The festival holds religious significance, and its origins are tied to a story about the victory of good over evil.
While Diwali signifies the victory of light over darkness, Choti Diwali is associated with overcoming inner darkness and negativity. Traditions for the day include the burning of lamps and performing certain rituals.
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