Kartik (कार्तिक): October-November

Kartik—the most auspicious month of the Hindu year—glitters with lamps and river-bank sunrise rituals. The dark new-moon night of Diwali signals the triumph of light, while a week later millions line the ghats for Chhath Puja to thank the rising sun. Mid-month, Lord Vishnu “wakes up” on Devutthana Ekadashi, and the full-moon Dev Diwali bathes Varanasi in a million flames. From prosperity-seeking fasts to sibling bonds, October-November offers a seamless journey of light, gratitude and renewal.