Narak Chaturdashi is celebrated on the second day of the five-day-long festivities of Diwali. This festival is also known as Choti Diwali as it is celebrated a day before the main Diwali festival. This is also called as Kali Chaudas or Roop Chaudas in some parts of India.
Abhyang Snan Muhurat - 05:15 AM to 06:33 AM, Oct 24
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins - 06:03 PM on Oct 23, 2022 Chaturdashi Tithi Ends -05:27 PM on Oct 24, 2022
Narakasura was one of the most terrible and ferocious Rakshasas and had achieved great power even on the earth as well as in the heavens. Even the powerful Deva king – Indra could not save the Devaloka or Swargaloka from the barbaric demon's attack, and thus he had to flee. In this situation, all the Devas (Gods) sought the help of the all-pervading Lord Vishnu The great Lord had assured the Devas that, in his incarnation as Krishna, Narakusara's end would be brought about. And indeed, a fierce battle between Lord Krishna and the demon ensued and the latter was easily decimated. This killing of the demon is believed to have happened on the Narak Chaturdashi or Roop Chaudas day.
This day is also called Kali Chaudas. The fierce form of Goddess Shakti is known as the destroyer of all the negative aspects and evil elements. She is also known as the face of destruction and regeneration. Seeking her blessings on Kali Chaudas will ensure protection from all negative energies and victory over enemies.
