When Is Dhanteras 2024: October 29 or 30? Get Puja Timings And More

The five-day Diwali festival begins with Dhanteras, which is celebrated on the first day, followed by Narak Chaturdashi, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhaiya Dooj. Dhanteras holds special significance in Hinduism as it is dedicated to the worship of Kuber, Goddess Lakshmi, and Lord Dhanvantari.

On this day, people follow the tradition of buying new items such as gold, silver, utensils, vehicles, and even brooms. It is believed that purchasing something new on Dhanteras brings prosperity and wealth into the household. Let's find out when Dhanteras will be celebrated this year and the most auspicious time for worship.

Dhanteras 2024 Date and Shubh Muhurat

The festival of Dhanteras is celebrated annually on the Trayodashi date of Kartik Krishna Paksha. In 2024, Trayodashi Tithi begins on October 29 at 10:31 am and ends on October 30 at 1:27 pm. Therefore, Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 29, 2024. The most auspicious time for Dhanteras Puja (Shubh Muhurat) is from 6:31 pm to 8:13 pm on the same day.

Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, combines the words 'Dhan,' meaning wealth, and 'Trayodashi,' referring to the thirteenth day. This day is also celebrated as Dhanvantari Trayodashi or Dhanvantari Jayanti, honoring Lord Dhanvantari, the god of Ayurveda.

According to religious beliefs, items purchased on Dhanteras are believed to bring eternal benefits. It is said that the value of things bought on this day will multiply thirteen times in the future, which is why purchasing gold, silver, land, and vehicles is considered highly auspicious.