Dhanteras, which takes place on October 29, 2024, kicks off the five-day Diwali festivities. Two terms are combined to form "Dhanteras": "Dhan," which means riches, and "Teras," which denotes the thirteenth day of the Hindu lunar calendar. Diwali, the festival of lights, begins with Dhanteras.
On Dhanteras, people worship Lord Kuber, the deity of wealth, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity. Mythology states that at the Samudra Manthan, Goddess Lakshmi sprang from the ocean of milk. This day is therefore seen to be the best time to buy pricey goods. A lot of individuals purchase electronics, gold, silver, and brass cutlery in an attempt to attract wealth and divine favor.