What is the significance of midnight puja on Diwali?

According to Hindu beliefs, there's a tradition of performing a special puja for Goddess Lakshmi at midnight on Diwali during Nishita Kaal. It's believed that Goddess Lakshmi visits Earth during this time and a supernatural energy flows throughout the universe. During this time, one can perform sadhana, mantra chanting, or stotra recitation, as it's believed to yield much greater results.