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Why is Dhanteras celebrated?
Vidushi Gaur/ New Delhi
As the vibrant lights of Diwali begin to brighten homes across India, Dhanteras stands as the festival’s opening ceremony. This occasion, traditionally marked by the purchase of gold, silver, and household items, also carries profound spiritual meaning, especially as it venerates Dhanvantari, the god of medicine, health, and healing. But who exactly is Dhanvantari, and why is his story so deeply intertwined...