Dhanteras 2024: Celebrating Wealth and Health on October 29

The auspicious festival marks the start of Diwali, with traditions including buying gold and lighting diyas for prosperity.

Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, begins the five-day Diwali festival and will be observed on October 29, 2024.
The festival is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kuber, and Lord Dhanvantari, symbolizing wealth, prosperity, and health.
Purchasing gold, silver, and other valuables is considered auspicious, believed to bring blessings and good fortune.
Lighting 13 diyas is a key tradition, each placed strategically to attract positive energy and ward off negativity.
City-specific puja timings have been announced, with the Dhanteras puja muhurat from 7:00 PM to 8:49 PM.