Almost every year, Chhoti Diwali, also known as Narak Chaturdashi, falls a day before the main Diwali festivities, which gives people an extra day to enjoy the festival vibe. However, the. Chhoti Diwali, Naraka Chaturdashi Puja Time: Chhoti Diwali, also known as Narak Chaturdashi, is being celebrated today i.e on October 19. It is the second day of the five-day-long Diwali.