Kartik month
October–November · 8th lunar month
Main festivals and vrats
Karwa Chauth, Dhanteras, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Chhath, Devuthani Ekadashi, Tulsi Vivah
Significance
Kartik is held to be the holiest month; Diwali and Devuthani Ekadashi reopen auspicious ceremonies.
⚠️ This information is based on traditional panchang calculations and is meant as general guidance. For important ceremonies such as marriage or Griha Pravesh, please confirm the muhurat with a qualified pandit or acharya. Timings can shift slightly by city as sunrise and sunset differ.