When is Dhanteras 2025? Date and Muhurat timings across Delhi, Mumbai and Other cities

Dhanteras 2025: Four days are left for Diwali celebrations to begin in India. The five-day Diwali festival, which begins with Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi is considered one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. Celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy across India, Dhanteras is dedicated to Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health and healing, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity.

Devotees celebrate the auspicious day of Dhanteras by participating in various religious rituals, paying homage to Lord Kuber, Lord Dhanvantari, and Goddess Lakshmi. People traditionally buy gold, silver, and new utensils as a symbol of good fortune, and perform prayers to invite prosperity and well-being into their homes. The festival signifies the importance of wealth and health in life, setting a positive tone for the festive season ahead.

Dhanteras 2025: Date and Muhurat timings

This year, Dhanteras will be observed on Saturday, October 18, 2025. According to Drik panchang, the auspicious puja muhurat is from 7:16 pm to 8:20 pm, lasting 1 hour and 4 minutes. On the same day, Yama Deepam is also observed. The Pradosh Kaal falls between 5:48 pm and 8:20 pm, while the Vrishabha Kaal is from 7:16 pm to 9:11 pm. The Trayodashi Tithi will begin at 12:18 pm on October 18 and end at 1:51 pm on October 19.

The best time for Lakshmi Puja on Dhanteras is considered to be during Pradosh Kaal when Sthir Lagna prevails.

Dhanteras 2025: Muhurat in major cities

Source: Drik panchang

Diwali spans five days dedicated to Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj. Diwali celebrations kick off with Dhanteras, followed by Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Diwali or Deepawali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.

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