Dhanteras 2025 Date in India: Dhanteras, also referred to as Dhanatrayodashi, is the first day of Diwali, which goes on for five days.

‘Dhan’ denotes wealth, while ‘teras’ represents the thirteenth day of the lunar cycle and time to celebrate wealth, prosperity, and the blessings of good fortune.

On this day, it is considered auspicious to invest in gold and silver , such as jewellery and kitchenware, on this day.

This year, the festival will be celebrated on October 18 , which is a Saturday , with the Dhanteras Puja Muhurat beginning at 07:29 PM and ending at 08:20 PM, according to Drik Panchang .

Dhanteras 2025: Puja Vidhi and Muhurat

During Dhanteras celebrations, Hindus worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber while observing the Pradosh fast. In addition

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