Dhanteras in Jaipur

People buying metal utensils on Dhanteras ahead of Diwali festival in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Nov 02, 2021 . Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi, is the first day that marks the festival of Diwali in India. It is celebrated on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu calendar month of Kartika. Hindus consider this an extremely auspicious day for making new purchases, especially of gold or silver articles and new utensils. It is believed that new "Dhan" (wealth) or some item made of precious metal is a sign of good luck.