Naraka Chaturdashi 2026: Date, Abhyanga Snan Muhurat, and Significance
Naraka Chaturdashi, also known as Chhoti Diwali or Roop Chaudas, will be observed on November 8, 2026. It falls on the 14th day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik. The day commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura and includes the ritual of Abhyanga Snan, a sacred pre-dawn oil bath performed between 5:41 am and 6:38 am in New Delhi. The Chaturdashi Tithi begins on November 7 at 10:47 am and ends on November 8 at 11:27 am. The bath is believed to purify and bring good fortune, with local timings varying by region.
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