🌺 Celebrate our culture and festivals
🌺 Share our spiritual and philosophical heritage
🌺 Honour the contributions of Hindus to Australia
🌺 Inspire the next generation to take pride in their roots
This October, as the Australian Government officially recognises Hindu Heritage Month, we joyfully celebrate the timeless wisdom, culture, and traditions of Hindu Dharma that continue to inspire the world.
Hindu Heritage Month is a time to honour our sacred scriptures, diverse festivals, spiritual practices, and the contributions of Hindus across generations. It also provides an opportunity to share the universal values of peace, tolerance, family, service, and respect for all living beings—values that form the foundation of Sanātana Dharma.
Together, let us remember our roots, live our heritage, and pass it on with pride to future generations.
The Australian Council of Hindu Clergy (ACHC), together with the Hindu Organizations Temples and Associations (HOTA) Forum in NSW, has confirmed that Deepawali (Diwali) will be celebrated on Tuesday, 21 October 2025.
Leading Panchangs such as Drik Panchang, My Panchang, and Prokerala, also affirm the same date.
These are the most auspicious timings for Lakshmi Puja. On this evening, devotees worship Maa Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kubera, seeking prosperity, wisdom, and protection from obstacles.
1. Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi) – Saturday, 18 October 2025
Auspicious for buying gold, silver, utensils, and new household items.
2. Narak Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali / Kali Chaudas) – Monday, 20th October 2025
A day for ritual baths, lamp lighting, and prayers for protection from evil.
3. Diwali / Lakshmi Puja (Main Day) – Tuesday, 21 October 2025
Worship of Goddess Lakshmi & Lord Ganesha during Pradosh Kaal.
4. Govardhan Puja / Annakut – Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Devotees worship Govardhan Hill and prepare food offerings (Annakut).
5. Bhai Dooj (Bhau Beej / Yama Dwitiya) – Thursday, 23 October 2025
Sisters pray for their brothers’ long life and prosperity, renewing bonds of love and protection.
1. Spiritual Meaning
o Lighting diyas symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, wisdom over ignorance, and the awakening of the inner soul.
2. Historical Importance
o Celebrates Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after his exile and victory over Ravana (Ramayana).
o Marks the emergence of Goddess Lakshmi during the Samudra Manthan.
3. Social & Cultural Value
o Families come together for prayers, feasting, and gift-giving. Communities unite in joy, harmony, and goodwill.
4. Personal Significance
o A time to cleanse our homes and hearts, let go of negativity, and welcome new beginnings with faith, prosperity, and hope.
Diwali is not only a festival of lights but also a call to nurture the light within—to live with compassion, truth, and devotion. By celebrating Diwali with family and community, we invite peace, prosperity, and happiness into our lives.
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