Dhanteras, the first day of Diwali, occurs on thirteenth lunar day of the pious month of Kartik. This year, Dhanteras is celebrated on Wednesday, October 23rd. This day dedicated to paying homage to Goddess Lakshmi https://keithvdfh911130.blogdigy.com/the-auspicious-start-to-diwali-festivities-with-dhanteras-2024-46584589