Diwali 2025: Is Spotting a Lizard on Diwali Night Auspicious or Inauspicious?

The festival of Diwali will be celebrated on October 20, and the night will be marked by Lakshmi Puja. According to popular belief, spotting a lizard on Diwali night is considered a very auspicious sign — it is said to indicate the arrival of Goddess Mahalakshmi in the house and the onset of wealth and prosperity. It is also believed that sighting a lizard during Diwali brings freedom from financial troubles for the entire year and attracts positive energy into the home.

As per Indian traditions and Vastu Shastra:

1. Symbol of Prosperity and Good Fortune:
Seeing a lizard on Diwali night is believed to bring happiness, peace, prosperity, and positive energy to the household.

2. Sign of Goddess Lakshmi’s Blessings:
It is said that sighting a lizard on the night of Diwali is a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi’s grace. According to religious beliefs, it represents the arrival of the Goddess in your home, ensuring abundance and wealth throughout the year. 

3. Relief from Debts and Financial Troubles:
Some beliefs suggest that spotting a lizard during Diwali helps remove financial obstacles and relieves one from debts, paving the way for steady financial gains in the coming year.

4. Extremely Auspicious if Seen in the Temple Area:
If the lizard appears near the home temple on Diwali night, it is considered highly auspicious and believed to foretell immense wealth and prosperity.

5. Bringer of Positive Energy:
A lizard sighting is also seen as a sign of good luck and positive vibrations entering the house. If you happen to see one on Diwali night, instead of chasing it away, silently pray to Goddess Lakshmi and wish for happiness and prosperity in your home. 

Disclaimer: The content provided here is based on beliefs and information only. Always consult a concerned expert.