Everything You Need To Know About Dhanteras

In India, Dhanteras is an auspicious day for prosperity and wealth. And this festival is celebrated just a day before Diwali and is also known as Dhanatrayodashi or Chhoti Diwali. This day holds a lot of significance for Indians.

There is another popular traditional beliefs surrounded with Dhanteras such as purchasing new metal which brings good luck. Here are the five things that Indians buy on the occasion of Dhanteras:

1.    Gold

Gold is the most popular purchase on Dhanteras. And it can be bought in the form of coins or bars as well

2.    Gold ETFs

Gold ETFs are also considered to be auspicious in order to buy valuables like gold on occasions like Dhanteras, Diwali and Akshay Tritiya in India

3.    Silver

Silver coins are commonly used for Lakshmi Puja (Lakshmi – Godddess of Wealth) and gifting purpose during Dhanteras, Diwali and Bhaidooj

4.    Steel Utensils

If you need to keep a check on your budget, many modern households resort to buying electronic appliances on Dhanteras

 

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