Kartika Purnima
Also known as Dev Deepawali
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Thursday 2 November 2028
Observance date and times for Christchurch, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 8:39 pm, Wednesday 1 November 2028 |
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| Tithi ends | 10:18 pm |
About Kartika Purnima
Kartika Purnima, the full moon of Kartika, is celebrated as Dev Deepawali — the Diwali of the gods — and is sacred in many traditions.
How it is observed
Devotees take a holy bath, light lamps and offer prayers; Sikh communities mark Guru Nanak Jayanti around this time.
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Calendar basis
Kartika Shukla Purnima; tithi prevailing at sunrise
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 | Thu 2 Nov | — |
| Hamilton | Thu 2 Nov | — |
| Tauranga | Thu 2 Nov | — |
| Wellington | Thu 2 Nov | — |
| Palmerston North | Thu 2 Nov | — |
| Christchurch | Thu 2 Nov | — |
| Dunedin | Thu 2 Nov | — |
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