Happy Dhanteras 2025, Oct. 18 -- The Dhanteras festival marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. It is celebrated two days before Diwali.

The occasion of Dhanteras is dedicated to worshipping lord dhanwantri and Goddess Lakshmi.

This year Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 17, Saturday.

The name is derived from 'Dhana' (wealth) and 'Teras' (the thirteenth day of the lunar fortnight).

On the Dhanteras day, precious metal, especially gold, silver, or new utensils are purchased. This practice is believed to ward off evil and invite prosperity and fortune into the home for the coming year.

Here 50+ Dhanteras Wishes, WhatsApp messages, quotes to share with loved ones:

21. Health is wealth - may you be blessed with both t...