Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 Date — Thursday, October 28, 2027
When is Naraka Chaturdashi in 2027? Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 falls on Thursday, October 28, 2027.
Observance: Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Other years: Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 date · Naraka Chaturdashi 2028 date
Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 muhurat & timings — Delhi
| Sunrise | 06:30 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 05:39 pm |
| Moonrise | 05:02 am |
| Brahma Muhurat | 04:47 am – 05:38 am |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:42 am – 12:27 pm |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 01:28 pm – 02:52 pm |
| Tithi at sunrise | Krishna Chaturdashi |
| Nakshatra | Hasta |
These are the day’s general muhurats and Rahu Kaal for Delhi, computed from the AllMandir panchang. Festival puja timings vary by tradition and city — open the full panchang for Thu, 28 October 2027 or ask your local mandir.
Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Wed, 27 October 2027 | |
| Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) | Thu, 28 October 2027 | Main day |
| Diwali — Lakshmi Puja | Fri, 29 October 2027 |
Why we celebrate
Krishna slayed Narakasura freeing 16,000 princesses; ritual bath before sunrise removes naraka (hellish karma).
How it is celebrated
Abhyang snan (oil bath), diya lighting, choti Diwali fireworks.
Puja timing
Bath before sunrise (Brahma muhurta ideal); evening diya for Yama.
Foods & offerings
Poha, sweets; light breakfast after bath.
Rituals
- Apply ubtan/oil before dawn bath.
- Light diyas at door; worship Yama.
Naraka Chaturdashi dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 date |
| 2027 | Thu, 28 October 2027 |
| 2028 | Naraka Chaturdashi 2028 date |
| 2029 | Naraka Chaturdashi 2029 date |
Hindu festivals around Naraka Chaturdashi 2027
- Diwali 2027 date — Fri, 29 October 2027
- Dhanteras 2027 date — Wed, 27 October 2027
- Govardhan Puja 2027 date — Sat, 30 October 2027
- Bhai Dooj 2027 date — Sun, 31 October 2027
- Chhath Puja 2027 date — Thu, 4 November 2027
- Skanda Sashti 2027 date — Thu, 4 November 2027
- Karva Chauth 2027 date — Tue, 19 October 2027
- Sharad Purnima 2027 date — Thu, 14 October 2027
- Tulsi Vivah 2027 date — Thu, 11 November 2027
- Kartik Purnima 2027 date — Sun, 14 November 2027
- Dussehra 2027 date — Sat, 9 October 2027
- Durga Puja 2027 date — Thu, 7 October 2027
Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 puja & muhurat timings in major cities
| City | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal (avoid) | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 11:42 am – 12:27 pm | 01:28 pm – 02:52 pm | 06:29 am | 05:39 pm |
| Mumbai | 11:59 am – 12:45 pm | 01:48 pm – 03:14 pm | 06:36 am | 06:07 pm |
| Bengaluru | 11:39 am – 12:26 pm | 01:31 pm – 02:58 pm | 06:12 am | 05:54 pm |
| Chennai | 11:29 am – 12:16 pm | 01:20 pm – 02:48 pm | 06:01 am | 05:43 pm |
| Hyderabad | 11:36 am – 12:22 pm | 01:26 pm – 02:53 pm | 06:12 am | 05:46 pm |
| Kolkata | 10:57 am – 11:42 am | 12:45 pm – 02:11 pm | 05:38 am | 05:01 pm |
Times come from each city’s own sunrise, sunset and panchang for Thu, 28 October 2027.
Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 FAQ
What time is Abhijit Muhurat on Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 in Delhi?
Abhijit Muhurat in Delhi on Thu, 28 October 2027 is 11:42 am – 12:27 pm (local time, AllMandir panchang). See the table for other cities.
