Dhanteras 2025: Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, falls on October 18th this year. This date is determined by the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Kartik (October-November). According to the Hindu calendar, the Dhanteras Puja Muhurat 2025 is on October 18th, when people should perform Lakshmi Puja and light the Yam Deep.
Significance of Dhanteras
Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, marks the beginning of Diwali – the five-day festival of lights. It falls on the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Kartik (October-November).
Dhanteras has deep spiritual, mythological, and cultural significance as follows:
Worship of Lord Dhanvantari – God of Health
According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Dhanvantari, the physician of the gods and an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, emerged from the churning of the ocean with the pot of nectar. Therefore, Dhanteras is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Dhanvantari, a symbol of good health, vigor, and well-being.
“Dhan” means wealth – invoking prosperity
On this day, people worship Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Kubera, the god of wealth. Buying gold, silver, or new utensils is considered extremely auspicious, as it welcomes prosperity into the home.
Lighting the First Diwali Diya
The evening of Dhanteras is the first day of lighting Diwali lamps. A small lamp is placed near the main entrance of the house to ward off evil spirits and invite positive energy.
Significance in Home and Business
People clean and decorate their homes and business premises to attract wealth and good fortune. Many people also perform Lakshmi Puja or start new accounts/financial ledgers (known as Chopra Puja in some regions).
Symbol of well-being and auspicious beginnings
Beyond material wealth, Dhanteras reminds us to seek health, happiness, and harmony. The message of this festival is that true prosperity lies in both physical health and inner peace.
What are the city-wise puja timings for 2025?
According to the Drik Panchang, the Dhanteras puja timings in major Indian cities are as follows:
New Delhi: 7:16 pm to 8:20 pm
Mumbai: 7:49 pm to 8:41 pm
Kolkata: 6:41 pm to 7:38 pm
Chennai: 7:28 pm to 8:15 pm
Jaipur: 7:24 pm to 8:26 pm
Gurgaon: 7:17 pm to 8:20 pm
Noida: 7:15 pm to 8:19 pm
Chandigarh: 7:14 pm to 8:20 pm
Dhanteras is the first day of the five-day Diwali festival. The word ‘Dhan’ means ‘wealth’ and ‘Teras’ refers to the thirteenth day of the Hindu calendar. On this day, people worship Lord Dhanvantari, the god of Ayurveda, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity.
It is believed that purchasing gold, silver, or new utensils on Dhanteras brings good luck and prosperity to the family throughout the year. Many people also light Yam Deep in the evening to protect themselves and their loved ones from negative energies.
During this festival, demand for precious metals typically increases. Jewelry retailers see a surge in purchases of gold and silver coins, jewelry, and utensils, which are considered auspicious symbols of wealth and growth. Electronic goods and kitchen utensils are also popular purchases on this day.