IN PHOTOS: Gold Rush at Zaveri Bazar in Mumbai as shoppers celebrate Dhanteras

Zaveri Bazar, Mumbai's bustling hub for gold jewellery, witnessed a vibrant surge of buyers on Dhanteras, a significant day in the Diwali festival celebrations. Pics/Shadab Khan  

Updated On: 2024-10-29 05:39 PM IST

Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed

Dhanteras is being celebrated on October 29 this year, marking the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. Pics/Shadab Khan

With the ongoing festivities, the excitement in Zaveri Bazar is expected to grow as Diwali approaches

Gold buyers were seen flocking to the various stores, with customers ranging from young couples to families looking to buy gold coins, bangles, necklaces, and intricate designs

Dhanteras is highly significant in Hindu tradition, representing health, wealth, and prosperity

On Dhanteras, along with the puja muhurat, many people look for the most auspicious time to buy gold or silver on this special occasion

The festival's origins trace back to when Dhanvantari emerged with the Amrit Kalash (pot of nectar) during the churning of the ocean, symbolising the birth of wealth and health

On this day, worshipping both Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Narayan is believed to bring immense blessings, prompting many to purchase metals like gold, silver, and copper as a way to invite prosperity into their lives

In parts of India, buying gold and silver on Dhanteras is considered highly auspicious. Many believe that purchasing these precious metals brings good fortune and prosperity to their homes

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