Dhanteras, celebrated as the first day of Diwali in Ahmedabad, brings vibrant energy and traditional fervor to the city. Known as the festival of wealth and prosperity, Dhanteras is marked by rituals and shopping sprees, as people buy gold, silver, and utensils to attract good fortune. The belief is that purchasing new items on this auspicious day invokes blessings from Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, and Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health.
Dhanteras in Ahmedabad: A Festival of Wealth, Prosperity, and Community