Narak Chaturdashi is an important Hindu festival. In the year 2020, Narak Chaturdashi falls on 14 November, Saturday. Narak Chaturdashi is celebrated on the day prior to Diwali.
It is also called Choti Diwali. This day is called by several other names such as Kali Chaudas, Roop Chaudas, Bhoot Chaturdashi, and Naraka Nivaran Chaturdashi.
In the Hindu calendar of Vikram Samvat, Narak Chaturdashi falls in the month of Kartik. This is the 14th day, when the moon is waning, and is called the Chathurdashi day of the Krishna Paksha of that month. In the festival of Diwali, which lasts for more than 5 days, it is the second day.
Narak Chaturdashi 2020: Date, Mythology, Rituals, Message, Quotes, Wishes
Narak Chaturdashi 2020 is a festival that is dedicated to the Lord of Death, who is called ‘’Yamraj’’ in Hindu mythology.
It is also the day that the demon king called Narakasura was killed by the trio of Krishna, Kali, and Satyabhama.
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In the rest of India, Narak Chaturdashi is celebrated the following night, which is the no-moon night called as Amavasya. It is called Deepavali Bhogi in some parts of South India.
A lot of religious rituals, beliefs, and festivities are associated with this special day.
To wish your near and dear ones on the auspicious occasion of Narak Chaturdashi, here are some heartfelt wishes and messages:
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