Festival date and tithi
Narak Chaturdashi 2028
नरक चतुर्दशी
Diwali-season observance commemorating Krishna's victory over Narakasura.
At a glance
When is Narak Chaturdashi 2028?
Narak Chaturdashi 2028 is on Tuesday, 17 October 2028. The Hindu date is Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik.
Also known as: Choti Diwali 2028, Kali Chaudas 2028, Roop Chaudas 2028.
- Date
- Tuesday, 17 October 2028
- Hindu date
- Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik
- Tithi checked at
- Sunrise
- Local timing
- Check your city Panchang because the date or timing can shift by location.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Chaturdashi, the fourteenth tithi of the dark fortnight before Amavasya.
For 2028, Samvat resolves the observance to Tuesday, 17 October 2028, with Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik. The public festival calendar uses an India-baseline Panchang; personal observance can vary by location and family tradition.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedNarak Chaturdashi 2028 tithi and Panchang details
Date determined by
Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
HastaDietary practice
No specific restrictionSignificance
Also known as Kali Chaudas or Choti Diwali in many regions.
Traditions and Regions
Traditions
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Common questions
What is the date of Narak Chaturdashi 2028?
Narak Chaturdashi 2028 is on Tuesday, 17 October 2028. The Hindu date is Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik.
What is the tithi for Narak Chaturdashi 2028?
Narak Chaturdashi is observed on Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik. Samvat uses this Hindu date to calculate the 2028 calendar date.
Can the date differ by city?
Yes. Panchang values depend on sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and timezone. Samvat's public festival page uses an India-baseline calculation; local observance can differ by city, sampradaya, or family tradition.