Naraka Chaturdashi Decoration Ideas

Draw small footprints in red and white powder leading from the gate to the puja room. The inward-facing direction is the whole symbolism — draw them facing into the house, never out.

Typical spend: ₹100–₹300

In Bengal and eastern households, lay out fourteen clay diyas on a steel tray in two groups and place them at the tulsi, the gate, the courtyard and the bathroom. Keep them away from doorways people will walk through in the dark.

Typical spend: ₹150–₹400

Light a short row of diyas at sunrise — the Naraka Chaturdashi lighting happens at the start of the day rather than the end, which is the visual difference between this day and Diwali itself.

Typical spend: ₹100–₹250