Naraka Chaturdashi 2027
Major FestivalThursday, 28 October 2027 Varanasi
Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 · Varanasi
| Date | Weekday | Special name |
|---|---|---|
| 28 October 2027Next | Thursday | — |
Naraka Chaturdashi — Significance
Naraka Chaturdashi falls on Krishna Chaturdashi before Diwali Amavasya. It celebrates the slaying of the demon Narakasura by Lord Krishna (and in some traditions Satyabhama). Many families take an oil bath before sunrise, light lamps, and prepare for the main Diwali night.
Naraka Chaturdashi — Mythology & Legend
The Bhagavata Purana and other texts narrate that Narakasura had become tyrannical; Krishna destroyed him and freed captives. The day is also associated with cleansing and victory of light over inner and outer darkness.
Naraka Chaturdashi — Rituals & Puja Vidhi
- Early-morning oil bath (before sunrise) in many regions.
- Light diyas and lamps; some households perform small homa or puja.
- Prepare sweets and clean the home for Lakshmi Puja on Amavasya.
- In Maharashtra and elsewhere, bitter leaves (e.g. neem) may be consumed for health symbolism.
Naraka Chaturdashi — Mantras & Prayers
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya
Salutations to Vasudeva (Krishna)
Naraka Chaturdashi — Traditional Foods
- Sweets
- Savouries
- Light breakfast after abhyanga snan
Naraka Chaturdashi — Regional celebrations
- South India (தீபாவளி முன்னோன்)
- Oil bath, lamps
- Maharashtra (चोटी दिवाळी)
- Kali Chaudas, lamps
Naraka Chaturdashi — Do / Don't
Do
- Take oil bath if observing the tradition
- Light lamps
- Prepare for Diwali
Don't
- Avoid skipping safety with lamps and oil
- Do not quarrel on sacred days
Naraka Chaturdashi — FAQ
- What is Naraka Chaturdashi?
- Naraka Chaturdashi falls on Krishna Chaturdashi before Diwali Amavasya.
- When is Naraka Chaturdashi 2027?
- In 2027, Naraka Chaturdashi falls on Thursday, 28 October 2027.
- What are the Naraka Chaturdashi puja rituals?
- Early-morning oil bath (before sunrise) in many regions.; Light diyas and lamps; some households perform small homa or puja.; Prepare sweets and clean the home for Lakshmi Puja on Amavasya.; In Maharashtra and elsewhere, bitter leaves (e.g. neem) may be consumed for health symbolism.
- What to eat on Naraka Chaturdashi?
- Sweets, Savouries, Light breakfast after abhyanga snan
- What should you do on Naraka Chaturdashi?
- Take oil bath if observing the tradition; Light lamps; Prepare for Diwali
- What should you avoid on Naraka Chaturdashi?
- Avoid skipping safety with lamps and oil; Do not quarrel on sacred days