Diwali 2026: Dates & Vastu Crystals for Lakshmi Puja
The five days of Deepavali 2026, what to buy on Dhanteras, and exactly where to place wealth crystals as per Vastu.
Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2026 is on Sun, 8 Nov 2026, when Kartik Amavasya prevails during the evening pradosh period. The festival opens with Dhanteras on Fri, 6 Nov 2026 — traditionally the most auspicious day of the year to buy gold, silver and, increasingly, wealth crystals like pyrite and citrine.
Diwali 2026: the five days
| Festival | Date | Crystal focus |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Fri, 6 Nov 2026 | Buy & cleanse wealth stones (pyrite, citrine, sphatik) |
| Naraka Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali) | Sun, 8 Nov 2026 | Cleanse the home; black tourmaline at the entrance |
| Lakshmi Puja (Diwali) | Sun, 8 Nov 2026 | Energise stones on the altar, then place them |
| Govardhan Puja | Tue, 10 Nov 2026 | Gratitude; green aventurine for abundance |
| Bhai Dooj | Wed, 11 Nov 2026 | Gift crystals to siblings |
Choti Diwali (Naraka Chaturdashi) 2026: date and tithi
Chaturdashi runs Sat 7 Nov, 10:48 am to Sun 8 Nov, 11:28 am IST, so it covers the pre-dawn hours of Sun, 8 Nov 2026 — the time traditionally used for Abhyanga Snan (the early oil bath). Choti Diwali is therefore Sun, 8 Nov 2026, the same day as Lakshmi Puja that evening. Some calendars list a different day when they count Chaturdashi at the evening lamp-lighting (Yama Deepam); confirm with your local Panchang.
Lakshmi Puja 2026: Amavasya tithi and Pradosh Kaal
Amavasya begins Sun 8 Nov, 11:28 am and ends Mon 9 Nov, 12:32 pm IST. Because it is in force at sunset on Sun, 8 Nov 2026, Lakshmi Puja is observed that evening, in the Pradosh Kaal that follows sunset.
| City | Sunset | Lakshmi Puja window (Pradosh Kaal, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 5:31 pm | 5:31 pm – 7:55 pm |
| Mumbai | 6:02 pm | 6:02 pm – 8:26 pm |
| Kolkata | 4:55 pm | 4:55 pm – 7:19 pm |
| Chennai | 5:40 pm | 5:40 pm – 8:04 pm |
| Bengaluru | 5:51 pm | 5:51 pm – 8:15 pm |
| Jaipur | 5:39 pm | 5:39 pm – 8:03 pm |
| Ahmedabad | 5:58 pm | 5:58 pm – 8:22 pm |
| Lucknow | 5:19 pm | 5:19 pm – 7:43 pm |
| Hyderabad | 5:41 pm | 5:41 pm – 8:05 pm |
| Pune | 5:58 pm | 5:58 pm – 8:22 pm |
| Patna | 5:04 pm | 5:04 pm – 7:28 pm |
| Chandigarh | 5:29 pm | 5:29 pm – 7:53 pm |
| Indore | 5:45 pm | 5:45 pm – 8:09 pm |
| Bhopal | 5:38 pm | 5:38 pm – 8:02 pm |
Lakshmi Puja ke liye crystal (Hinglish quick guide)
- Pyrite (Sona Makhi): puja thali par rakhein, puja ke baad tijori ya North disha mein.
- Citrine (Sunela): vyapar aur cash flow ke liye, dukaan ke counter par.
- Sphatik (clear quartz): Lakshmi–Ganesh ki murti ya Shree Yantra ke saath altar par.
- Green aventurine: business desk par, North disha mein.
Ye sab paramparik maanyata hain — koi guarantee nahi. Pehle asli-nakli test zaroor karein.
What to buy on Dhanteras 2026
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Diwali Vastu crystals: pre-Diwali cleanse
- Declutter the North (Kubera zone) and North-East first — these should be the lightest, cleanest parts of the home.
- Cleanse every crystal you own with smoke (loban or camphor) or on a selenite plate. Never wash pyrite or selenite.
- Place black tourmaline on both sides inside the main door to guard against nazar during the busy festive days.
Where to place crystals for Lakshmi Puja
- During the puja: keep new stones on the puja thali beside the Lakshmi–Ganesh idols and coins.
- Mantra: chant Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah 108 times while holding the stones.
- After the puja: pyrite and citrine go into the cash locker (tijori) or the North of your desk; a clear quartz stays in the puja room.
- Shops & offices: a pyrite cluster near the cash counter and green aventurine in the North of the work desk.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Diwali in 2026?+
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali) 2026 falls on Sun, 8 Nov 2026, when Kartik Amavasya prevails in the evening. Dhanteras is on Fri, 6 Nov 2026 and Bhai Dooj on Wed, 11 Nov 2026. Check your local Panchang for the exact puja muhurat.
Diwali 2026 Lakshmi Puja ka shubh samay kya hai?+
Lakshmi Puja Sun, 8 Nov 2026 ko sunset ke baad Pradosh Kaal mein hota hai, jab Amavasya tithi lagi ho. City-wise window upar di gayi hai; exact muhurat ke liye apne pandit ya Drik Panchang dekhein.
Diwali Lakshmi Puja ke liye kaun sa crystal rakhein?+
Pyrite, citrine aur sphatik sabse prachlit hain. Ye paramparik maanyata hain; kisi guarantee ke liye nahi. Puja ke baad pyrite ko tijori ya North disha mein rakhein.
Which crystal should I buy on Dhanteras?+
Pyrite and citrine are the most popular Dhanteras crystals because they are traditionally linked to wealth. A small sphatik (clear quartz) Shree Yantra is also a classic Dhanteras purchase.
Where should I keep pyrite for Diwali as per Vastu?+
On the puja thali during Lakshmi Puja, then in your cash locker, cash box or the North (Kubera) zone of your home or shop, facing inward so it symbolically invites wealth in.
Is it good to gift crystals on Diwali?+
Yes — pyrite, citrine and green aventurine are thoughtful, affordable Diwali gifts. Include a small note on how to cleanse and place them.
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