Dhanteras 2025: Date and City-wise Muhurat
Mark your calendars! Dhanteras, the festival that heralds the five-day Diwali festivities, will be celebrated on Saturday, October 18, 2025.
The most auspicious time for Dhanteras puja, the Shubh Muhurat, varies slightly across different cities. Here is a quick glance at the timings for some major Indian cities to help you plan your worship accordingly:
| City | Dhanteras Puja Muhurat |
| 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 |
| Bengaluru | 7:39 PM to 8:25 PM |
| Ahmedabad | 7:44 PM to 8:41 PM |
| Pune | 7:46 PM to 8:38 PM |
| Hyderabad | 7:29 PM to 8:20 PM |
The Trayodashi Tithi, which is the lunar day of Dhanteras, begins at 12:18 PM on October 18 and concludes at 1:51 PM on October 19. The general Pradosh Kaal, considered a highly auspicious window for the puja, lasts from 5:48 PM to 8:20 PM.
The Deeper Meaning: Why Dhanteras is Celebrated
Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is much more than a day for buying gold; it is a festival steeped in rich mythology and spiritual symbolism. The word "Dhanteras" combines ‘Dhan’ (wealth) and ‘Teras’ (the thirteenth day), marking its observance on the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha in the Kartik month.
The day primarily honors two divine figures. First, it celebrates the emergence of Lord Dhanvantari, the god of Ayurveda and divine healing. According to legend, Lord Dhanvantari arose from the ocean during the cosmic churning (Samudra Manthan) carrying a pot of amrit, the nectar of immortality. This is why prayers are offered to him for the blessing of good health.
Second, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera, the deities of wealth and treasury. The worship is a heartfelt prayer for prosperity, abundance, and good fortune for the coming year.
A key ritual performed on this evening is the Yama Deepam. A diya (lamp) is lit and placed in the south direction of the home, facing the deity of death, Lord Yama. This powerful ritual is believed to protect the family from untimely death and ward off negative energies.
Rituals and Traditions: How to Celebrate Dhanteras
The celebration of Dhanteras involves a beautiful blend of rituals that engage the entire family.
Auspicious Shopping: Dhanteras is considered one of the most auspicious days of the year to make new purchases. Buying gold, silver, new utensils (especially brass or copper), or even small kitchen appliances is believed to invite prosperity. For those on a budget, purchasing a broom is also considered meaningful, as it symbolizes sweeping away financial woes.
Puja Preparations and Rituals: Homes are thoroughly cleaned and decorated with rangoli and diyas to welcome Goddess Lakshmi. During the Shubh Muhurat, families gather to perform the Lakshmi-Kubera puja, offering their prayers for wealth and well-being.
What to Avoid: To ensure the flow of positive energy, it is traditionally advised to avoid buying certain items on Dhanteras. These include oil, black clothes, shoes, plastic, and glassware, as they are associated with inauspiciousness or planetary influences that may hinder prosperity.
As we light the first diya of the Diwali season on Dhanteras, we do more than just perform a ritual; we ignite hope for a future filled with health, wealth, and happiness. It is a time to renew faith, express gratitude, and invite divine blessings into our homes and hearts.
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