Diwali will be celebrated on 31 October in Punjab. With this, the Punjab government has put an end to the confusion whether Diwali is on 31 October or 1 November. There will be a holiday in the entire state on Thursday, 31 October.
There will also be a holiday on 1 November
Along with this, there will also be a holiday on 1 November in Punjab. Because on the next day of Diwali, Vishwakarma Bhagwan, the creator of the universe, is worshipped. During this time, all the schools, colleges and government offices of the state will remain closed.
People were confused about Diwali
Actually, there was confusion among the people about the date of Diwali whether this time Diwali is on 31 October or 1 November. The confusion of the people was removed by the scholars of Kashi. They decided that Diwali will be celebrated on 31 October in the entire country. This decision has been taken unanimously.
Diwali Puja Shubh Muhurta
On the day of Diwali, Mata Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are worshipped with rituals. This time the auspicious time of Lakshmi Puja is from 5 pm to 10.30 pm on 31 October 2024.
Offer this special bhog to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi
Kheer, Bundi Laddu, water chestnut, pomegranate, coconut, betel leaf, halwa, makhana, white sweets, puffed rice, powdered cardamom seeds are offered to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu.