ISKCON Deepotsava 2025

Deepotsava (Deepotsavam) and Diwali (Deepavali) are among the most beautiful and spiritually uplifting festivals in the Hindu calendar. In 2025, Deepotsava will begin on Wednesday, 8th October 2025 and continue for the entire Kartika month (October–November), while Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, 20th October 2025.

At Hare Krishna Mandir (ISKCON Ahmedabad), these two celebrations merge into a month‑long offering of devotion, light, and joy — commemorating the Damodara Lila of baby Krishna and the victory of light over darkness celebrated during Diwali.

Significance of Deepotsava and Diwali at ISKCON Temple

Deepotsava honors the sweet pastime where Mother Yashoda lovingly tied baby Krishna to a mortar after He stole butter. In Sanskrit, dama means rope and udara means belly — hence the name Damodara.
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the festival of lights celebrated on the Amavasya (new moon) of Kartika month. It marks the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana, and is also associated with Goddess Lakshmi Puja for prosperity and blessings.
Both festivals emphasize devotion, purity, and the triumph of good over evil.

Deepotsava & Diwali 2025 Celebrations at Hare Krishna Mandir (ISKCON)

During Kartika month, the temple will be decorated with thousands of ghee lamps every evening. The glow of the lamps creates a divine atmosphere in the temple hall, inspiring devotion in every heart.
At 8:00 p.m., devotees will hear about the significance of Deepotsava and Diwali. This is followed by a grand arati and the singing of the Damodarashtaka. The sight of Sri Radha Madhav surrounded by lamps is unforgettable.
On Diwali night (20th October 2025), the temple will host special Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja the next day, and Annakut offerings. Visitors can join in person or vialive darshan.

Rituals and Devotional Practices

• Daily Ghee Lamp Offering to Lord Damodara during Kartika month.

• Damodara Vrata: Increased chanting, reading scriptures, and devotional service.

• Lakshmi Puja on Diwali for blessings of prosperity and auspiciousness.

• Govardhan Puja & Annakut the day after Diwali.

• Seva Opportunities: Sponsor lamps, prasadam, orDeep Dana Seva in the name of loved ones.

Why You Should Attend ISKCON Deepotsav 2025

Deepotsava and Diwali together create a spiritual festival season unlike any other. The act of offering a lamp — whether to Lord Damodara or during Diwali Lakshmi Puja — is simple, yet brings immense blessings.
Whether you are a devotee, a seeker, or visiting for the first time, Deepotsava & Diwali 2025 atHare Krishna Mandir will fill your heart with light, devotion, and joy.

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