Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 will be marked on October 30. Also known as Kali Chaudas, it is the day to abolish laziness and evil, which create hell in our lives and shine a light on life. It is celebrated around the same day as Naraka Chaturdashi - the day that celebrates Goddess Kali, finally ending the wrath of the demon Narakashura. The celebration of Bhoot Chaturdashi or Naraka Chaturdashi is an important observance across Gujarat and is celebrated during Diwali commemorations. As we prepare to celebrate Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024, here is everything you need to know about this day, how to celebrate Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 and more. Choti Diwali 2024 Date, Time and Abhyanga Snan Rituals: Naraka Chaturdashi Celebrations, Importance, Legends and Puja Shubh Muhurat; All You Need To Know.

When is Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024?

Bhoot Chaturdashi 2024 will be marked on October 30. This celebration falls on the Chaturdashi tithi in the Krishna Paksha of Ashvin month. The celebration revolves around offering prayers to Goddess Mahakali. The Chaturdashi Tithi for Kali Chaudas 2024 Begins at 14:45 on Oct 30, 2024, and will go on till 17:22 on Oct 31, 2024. The ritualistic Kali Chaudas Puja will be done on October 30, as we inch towards midnight.

Kali Chaudas Muhurat 2024: 23.38 to 00.28 on October 31.

Significance of Bhoot Chaturdashi

It is important to understand that while Bhoot Chaturdashi and Naraka Chaturdashi may be marked on the same day, the celebrations and festivities are very different. The rituals of Kali Chaudas involve visiting the crematorium around midnight and offering Puja to the Goddess of darkness and to Veer Vetal, the day of Kali Chaudas is decided when Chaturdashi prevails during midnight. Diwali 2024 Start and End Dates: When Is Deepawali? From Dhanteras to Lakshmi Puja, Know Auspicious Timings, Important Rituals, Shubh Muhurat and Significance To Celebrate the Festival.

Due to its dark nature, this observance is also referred to as Bhoot Chaturdashi. The celebration of Kali Chaudas is mainly limited to the state of Gujarat and is marked by some people who hail from here. One must not confuse the observances of Kali Chaudas with Kali Puja - which is celebrated on the day following the Narak Chaturdashi. Here’s wishing everyone a Happy Bhoot Chaturdashi.

(Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on beliefs and legends only. Before applying any information in real life, consult the concerned expert.)

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