New Delhi: Choti Diwali or Naraka Chaturdashi is the second day of the five-day festival of Diwali. It is celebrated one day before Deepawali, therefore, this year Choti Diwali falls on Saturday, 11 November 2023. Naraka Chaturdashi is recognised to celebrate the victory of good over evil. According to Hindu Mythology, on this day, Lord Krishna killed demon Narakasura, and saved almost 16000 gopis.
Chhoti Diwali or Narak Chaturdashi is usually observed a day before Diwali. This year, Diwali falls on November 12. Narak Chaturdashi will also be celebrated on November 12. According to Drik Panchang, Chaturdashi Tithi will begin at 13:57 PM on November 11 and will end at 14:44 PM on November 12.
History behind Choti Diwali
Narak Chaturdashi is perceived to celebrate the triumph of good over evil. As per Hindu Mythology, on this day, Lord Krishna killed the devil Narakasura, and saved almost 16000 gopis.
According to the Hindu scriptures, post rescuing gopis from the grasp of Narakasura, Lord Krishna acknowledged every one of them as their spouses. On the event of Chhoti Deepavali, individuals perform exceptional customs by worshipping lord Krishna and Bhudevi as Goddess Satyabhama.
Importance of Choti Diwali
Devotees are sincerely and mythologically attached to this celebration as it brings energy, harmony, bliss, happiness, excitement, and much more that can’t be portrayed in words. The people stand by an entire year to enjoy this celebration with their relatives, family members, and friends.
They decorate their home with colorful flower garlands, make wonderful designs of rangoli in the courtyard of their home, and put on bright lights, candles, and diyas made of clay. Everyone takes time from their bustling timetables to share their happiness to one another.
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