Quick answer: Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) in Punjab is on Sunday, 8 November 2026. In Punjab, Diwali coincides with Bandi Chhor Divas, when Sikhs mark the release of Guru Hargobind Ji and the Golden Temple in Amritsar is spectacularly illuminated. Perform Lakshmi Puja in the pradosh (dusk) window after local sunset — confirm the exact muhurat for Chandigarh with a local panchang.

In Punjab, Diwali coincides with Bandi Chhor Divas, when Sikhs mark the release of Guru Hargobind Ji and the Golden Temple in Amritsar is spectacularly illuminated.

How Punjab celebrates Diwali 2026

The Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) is lit with thousands of lamps and candles and a fireworks display over the sarovar on Bandi Chhor Divas, drawing pilgrims from across the world. Hindu families perform Lakshmi puja and light diyas, and cities hold fairs and fireworks.

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Where to celebrate in Punjab

  • Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), Amritsar
  • Durgiana Temple, Amritsar
  • Ludhiana and Jalandhar Diwali fairs

Diwali 2026 dates in Punjab

Date

Observance

Friday, 6 November

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Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi)

Saturday, 7 November

Naraka Chaturdashi / Choti Diwali

Sunday, 8 November

Diwali · Lakshmi Puja

Monday, 9 November

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Govardhan Puja / Annakut / Balipadyami

Tuesday, 10 November

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Lakshmi Puja is done in the pradosh window after sunset on 8 November; because it follows local sunset it shifts by city, so use a panchang set to your town or check today's panchangam.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bandi Chhor Divas?

A Sikh commemoration of Guru Hargobind Ji’s release from Gwalior, observed on Diwali (8 November 2026), when the Golden Temple is illuminated.

Diwali 2026 — India state guides

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