Diwali to be celebrated on October 31: Acharya Satyendra Maharaj

Ayodhya: Chief Priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi, Acharya Satyendra Maharaj on Tuesday cleared the confusion on the dates of Chhoti Diwali and Badi Diwali.

Maharaj said that Chhoti Diwali on October 30 and Badi Diwali should be celebrated on October 31 in the court of Ram Lalla.

Badi Diwali on Oct 31
"On October 30, Chhoti Diwali will be celebrated and the Puja should be held in the evening and Badi Diwali will be celebrated on October 31. In the court of Lord Ram Lalla. Earlier, Chhoti Diwali, Diwali and Annakoot were celebrated. 
However, the traditions have changed," he said.

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Diwali wishes by Acharya Satyendra Maharaj
Maharajji extended Diwali wishes to the people. "I wish everyone a very happy Diwali and I pray everyone has a good year. I hope all the evils are burnt down and the country makes progress," Acharya Satyendra Maharaj also mentioned the traditions carried out during Dhanteras and said that Lord Ganesha and Laxmi are worshipped and the traditions have been continued since a long time."

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Dhanteras wishes 
"On Dhanteras, Lord Ganesha and Laxmi are worshipped. It has been our tradition to do the puja and have a feast. Along with that, several other gods are also worshipped. The same traditions and rituals have been conducted over the years and everyone should follow them. People have believed that something new should be brought on Dhanteras as it brings them luck and money," he added.

People across the country are celebrating Dhanteras with full gusto and fervour. (with Agency inputs)
 

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