Tue Oct 29 14:24:55 UTC 2024: ## Dhanteras 2024: Markets Buzz with Gold Rush as People Celebrate the Festival of Wealth
**New Delhi:** Dhanteras, the festival of wealth and prosperity, was celebrated with much fanfare across India today. The festival, which falls on the thirteenth lunar day of the dark fortnight in the Hindu month of Kartik, marks the arrival of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth.
People across the country flocked to markets, eager to purchase gold and silver, believing it brings good luck and prosperity. Despite a recent surge in gold prices, reaching a record high of Rs. 80,000 per 10 grams, the festive spirit remained undimmed. Markets were brimming with customers, drawn in by the glittering displays of precious metals.
The day is also dedicated to Lord Dhanvantari, the deity of health and Ayurveda, whose birth is celebrated on Dhanteras. Devotees perform special rituals and offer prayers to both deities, seeking blessings of wealth and well-being.
Adding to the festive mood, online retailers like Amazon are offering attractive discounts on various products, including Bluetooth speakers, for Dhanteras.
As the day progresses, families will gather for feasts, offering special delicacies to Goddess Lakshmi. Many are preparing traditional recipes like Makhana Kheer, believing it to bring blessings of prosperity and abundance.
The celebration of Dhanteras signifies the spirit of hope and optimism, reminding us of the importance of wealth and well-being in our lives.
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