Diwali Celebrations on October 20 Collective Decision by District’s Sanatan Scholars

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Diwali Celebrations on October 20 Collective Decision by District’s Sanatan Scholars

The celebration of Diwali in Tonk district is set for October 20, following a collective decision by local Sanatani scholars. A meeting was held at Gopal Ji Temple on October 13, 2025, where esteemed scholars convened to discuss the festival’s timing.

Meeting of Sanatani Scholars

The meeting brought together various respected figures, including Dr. Pawan Sagar and the veteran scholar Acharya P. Mohan Lal Dadhich. They based their discussions on essential texts like the Nirnaya Sindhu and Dharma Sindhu.

Key Participants

  • Mahant Suresh Dubey
  • Maharishi Babulal Shastri
  • Pandit Shiv Prasad Shastri
  • Pandit Shiv Shankar Shastri
  • Pandit Jagdish Narayan Natwara
  • Balkishan Sharma Lawda
  • Pandit Swarup Narayan Gangvariya Uniyara
  • Pandit Damodar Prasad Sharma Pachala
  • Pandit Bhuwanesh Sharma Sunthara
  • Dr. Balkishan Shastri Dooni
  • And approximately two dozen other scholars

The collective input from these scholars contributed to the consensus that Diwali will be observed on the upcoming Krishna Chaturdashi of Kartik month, specifically on October 20.

Summary of Decisions

This meeting reflects the strong tradition of the Sanatan community in Tonk, ensuring their cultural practices align with religious texts and community consensus. As locals prepare for the festival, the date signifies unity and adherence to their religious values.