Dhanteras: 18th October 2025

Shubh Dhanteras

Shubh Dhanteras marks the beginning of the Diwali festival and is dedicated to Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health and Ayurveda. It is believed that buying gold, silver, or utensils on this day brings prosperity and good fortune. People clean and decorate their homes, light diyas, and pray for wealth, health, and happiness. Businessmen open new accounts, and markets are filled with festive shoppers. Dhanteras is a symbol of new beginnings and financial well-being, celebrated with devotion and hope for abundance in the coming year.