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When was Diwali in 2014?

Diwali in 2014 started on Thursday, the 23rd of October (23/10/2014) and continued for 5 days until Monday, the 27th of October.

How are Diwali dates determined?

Diwali (also called Lakshmi Puja, Laxmi Puja and Diwali Puja) is the Hindu festival of lights. It is celebrated in late Ashwin (September-October) and ends in early Kartika (October-November).

The main festival night of Diwali coincides with the darkest, new moon night of the Hindu Lunisolar month Kartika in Bikram Sambat calendar.

Diwali Puja symbolizes the victory of good over evil. The lamps are lit as a sign of celebration and hope. Diwali is one of the most popular holidays in Hindu countries.

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