Naraka Chaturdashi
Also known as Choti Diwali, Kali Chaudas
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Tuesday 17 October 2028
Observance date and times for Auckland, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 11:16 pm, Monday 16 October 2028 |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 7:36 pm |
About Naraka Chaturdashi
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) recalls Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura.
How it is observed
Many families take an early oil bath (abhyanga snan) before sunrise and light lamps in the evening. In South India this is the main day of Deepavali.
About the time shown: The ritual bath is taken before sunrise while Chaturdashi is current.
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Calendar basis
Ashwin (amanta) / Kartika (purnimanta) Krishna Chaturdashi; tithi prevailing at arunodaya
Tradition: Pan-Hindu. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Tue 17 Oct | — |
| Hamilton | Tue 17 Oct | — |
| Tauranga | Tue 17 Oct | — |
| Wellington | Tue 17 Oct | — |
| Palmerston North | Tue 17 Oct | — |
| Christchurch | Tue 17 Oct | — |
| Dunedin | Tue 17 Oct | — |
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