When is Dhanteras 2024, October 29 or 30? Check Puja date and timings, other key details

Dhanteras 2024: The festival of Diwali, one of the most popular festivals celebrated in India and around the world, is kicked off with the auspicious day of Dhanteras. This year, Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 29.

On this day, which is also known as Dhantrayodashi, Lord Dhanvantari will be worshipped along with Lord Kuber and Goddess Lakshmi.

Dhanteras 2024: Date and timings

According to Drik Panchang, Dhanteras 2024 will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 29. Puja Muhrat for Dhanteras this year is from 6:12 pm to 7:53 pm, as per Drik Panchang.

Here are other timings for Dhanteras 2024 according to Drik Panchang:

• Yama Deepam: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
• Pradosh Kaal: 5:35 pm to 8:23 pm, October 29
• Vrishabha Kaal: 6:12 pm to 7:53 pm, October 29
• Trayodashi Tithi: 6:01 am, October 29 to 8:45 am, October 30

Dhanteras Puja timings in various cities

Dhanteras significance

The term "Dhanteras" is made of "Dhan," meaning wealth, and "Teras," signifying the thirteenth day. The festival is observed on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha during the months of Ashwin (September-October) or Kartika (October-November) in the Hindu lunar calendar.

This auspicious day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Dhanvantari, the God of Ayurveda, to pray for good health and well-being. Many devotees seek his blessings for healing and recovery from ailments, as it is believed that he can cure all kinds of illnesses.

Dhanteras is also a significant occasion for buying new items, especially gold and silver jewellery, utensils, vehicles and electronic gadgets. This tradition symbolises the welcome of prosperity and abundance into households. Moreover, many also consider it to be an ideal time for making investments like ETFs and property. Investments enhance the spirit of wealth and good fortune associated with the festival.