NEW DELHI: Massive shopping was witnessed across India this year on Dhanteras, with total trade estimated to have crossed Rs 1 lakh crore, marking one of the strongest festive seasons in recent years, according to the authorities.

Gold and silver alone accounted for more than Rs 60,000 crore in sales, while Delhi markets registered transactions exceeding Rs 10,000 crore as demand for indigenous products surged.

The festival, celebrated on the 13th day of the Krishna Paksha of Kartik month, holds special significance for buyers. On this day, people purchase gold, silver, utensils, vehicles, electronic goods, idols of Lakshmi and Ganesha, and other auspicious items.

It is believed that anything bought on Dhanteras multiplies in value thirteenfold.

Praveen Khandelwal, National General Se

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