As the Festival of Lights, Diwali is here, millions around the world are preparing to celebrate one of India’s most cherished traditions. Diwali, which is being celebrated on October 31 and by some on November 1, 2024, this year, symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
Homes are cleaned and decorated with beautiful diyas and colourful rangolis beautify entrances, and families gather to share in the joy and warmth of this auspicious occasion.
The modern Diwali celebration often extends to the digital world, with friends and families exchanging heartfelt messages, wishes, and greetings on platforms like WhatsApp. To make it easier for you to spread the joy, here’s a collection of over 50 thoughtful messages to share with those who matter most to you!
Diwali wishes for family and friends
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“May this Diwali bring warmth, happiness, and prosperity to you and your family. Wishing you a bright and joyful Diwali!”
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“As the festival of lights brightens your life, may it fill your days with sparkles of joy. Happy Diwali!”
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“May the beauty of Diwali fill your heart with endless joy and the year ahead with abundant success. Happy Diwali 2024!”
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“Wishing you love, laughter, and eternal happiness this Diwali. Have a blessed festival!”
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“May your home be blessed with love, laughter, and peace this Diwali. Happy Diwali!”
Religious and traditional Diwali wishes
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“As Lord Rama returns to Ayodhya, may light find its way into your life. Shubh Deepavali!”
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“May Goddess Lakshmi bless you with wealth, wisdom, and happiness. Have a joyous Diwali!”
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“On this festival of lights, may the glow of joy and prosperity illuminate your life. Happy Diwali 2024!”
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“May Lord Ganesha shower you with success and happiness. Shubh Diwali!”
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“Sending you warm wishes for a Diwali filled with divine blessings!”
Diwali wishes for colleagues and professional contacts
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“Wishing you a bright and prosperous Diwali. May it be a time of happiness for you and your family!”
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“Let this Diwali be a time of renewal and prosperity in both our professional and personal lives. Happy Diwali!”
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“May the joy and brightness of Diwali illuminate your life and bring success in every endeavor!”
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“Happy Diwali! Let’s continue to work together with positivity and growth.”
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“Wishing you a Diwali full of success, peace, and happiness. Happy Diwali!”
Creative and fun Diwali messages
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“Light up your life with sparkles of joy and laughter! Happy Diwali!”
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“Diya se diya jale, ghar ghar mein ujala ho! Happy Diwali to you!”
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“Time to leave the past behind, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future. Happy Diwali!”
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“May every diya you light guide you to happiness and success. Wishing you an awesome Diwali!”
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“Brighten the world with smiles and laughter. Wishing you a sparkling Diwali!”
Diwali wishes for social media and status updates
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“Wishing everyone a Diwali filled with happiness, health, and wealth. #HappyDiwali2024”
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“From my family to yours, may the lights of Diwali shine bright on your life. #FestivalOfLights”
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“This Diwali, let’s celebrate with love and togetherness. #HappyDiwali”
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“May your life be as colourful and vibrant as the rangoli on Diwali! #ShubhDiwali”
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“Sparkles of joy, lights of hope, and a life full of smiles. Happy Diwali to all!”
Diwali quotes for inner peace and reflection
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“May the light of Diwali bring peace and prosperity to your life.”
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“Just as Diwali marks the triumph of light, may it bring victory to your dreams.”
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“This Diwali, may your inner light shine bright and show you the path to success.”
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“Let the Diwali lights guide you through every darkness. Happy Diwali!”
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“Like the lamps of Diwali, may your life be filled with glowing joy and serenity.”
Funny Diwali messages to lighten the mood
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“This Diwali, let’s burst stress, not crackers! #EcoFriendlyDiwali”
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“May your troubles be as short-lived as your Diwali sweets!”
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“Wishing you a Diwali with fewer calories and more joy!”
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“May your Diwali be less stressful and more delightful, without the noise!”
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“Happy Diwali! Time to shine brighter than the fairy lights!”
Diwali messages for prosperity and good Fortune
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“May this Diwali bring you prosperity as bright as the diyas and wealth as abundant as the sweets!”
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“Wishing you a Diwali filled with luck, love, and all things prosperous!”
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“As the lights of Diwali shine, may you be blessed with fortune and success in everything.”
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“Here’s to a Diwali filled with wealth and wisdom for you and your family.”
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“May Goddess Lakshmi enter your home and bring peace and wealth. Happy Diwali!”
Heartfelt Diwali messages for long-distance family and friends
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“Though miles may separate us, the light of Diwali brings us together. Happy Diwali!”
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“Wishing we could celebrate together, but sending love and light across the miles. Happy Diwali!”
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“May the light of Diwali bridge the distance between us. Miss you and Happy Diwali!”
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“Even though we’re far apart, you’re always in my heart this Diwali. Happy Diwali, dear friend!”
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“Sending you love, light, and happiness from afar. Have a wonderful Diwali!”
Short and sweet Diwali wishes for quick sharing
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“Happy Diwali! May your life be full of light and love!”
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“Wishing you a Diwali filled with joy and happiness.”
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“May the festival of lights bring brightness into your life!”
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“Celebrate with joy! Happy Diwali 2024!”
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“May this Diwali bring warmth, love, and light into your life. Happy Diwali!”
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Diwali 2024: Diwali falls on Thursday, October 31. The festival celebrates the victory of good over evil. On this day, devotees worship Maa Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Lord Kuber, decorate their homes with flowers, diyas and lights, make rangolis, wear new clothes, exchange gifts, and visit their loved ones. Lakshmi Puja is also performed on this day. To make the puja ceremony more auspicious, buying special items to seek Maa Laksmi's blessings is advised. Check out our list.
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According to Drik Panchang, here are 10 items that one should buy during Lakshmi Puja.
Buying all these items during Diwali and using them for Lakshmi Puja is considered auspicious. According to panchang, they should be obtained before the festival.
Auspicious Items to Buy for Lakshmi Puja
New idols of Maa Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Lord Kuber
For Diwali puja, buy earthen idols of Maa Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Lord Kuber. You can also buy gold or silver idols. If none of the above are possible, get pictures and place them in your puja room or area.
Raw turmeric
Buying raw turmeric during Diwali is considered auspicious. Use it during the Lakshmi Puja on Diwali.
Dakshinavarti shankh
Buy a Dakshinavarti shankh (conch shell) for Diwali puja. Fill it with rice grains and coloured kumkum, and keep it in your home temple.
Broom
Buying a broom is considered auspicious for Diwali puja. It is considered a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi.
Cowries
Cowries are considered a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi. Buying Gomti Chakra along with cowries is also auspicious.
Puffed rice and batasha
It is believed that one should buy puffed rice and batasha on Diwali to please Goddess Lakshmi.
Gold or silver coins
Buying gold or silver coins with Goddess Lakshmi's image is a ritual that must be practised on Diwali. Keeping these coins is considered extremely auspicious and brings luck and prosperity.
Betel, Bilva and Tulsi leaves
Betel, Bilva and Tulsi leaves are auspicious for Diwali puja. One should keep them in the place of worship.
Lotus seed and flower
Keeping lotus seeds and flowers for Maa Lakshmi's worship is a must during Diwali.
Diyas
Decorating your home with five big earthen diyas and 25 small earthen diyas to welcome Maa Lakshmi is considered very auspicious on Diwali.