Dhanteras 2026 Celebrations Begin With Grand Festivities! Gajalakshmi Temple Decorated With ₹40 Lakh Currency Notes, Devotees Throng Kuber Temple In MP’s Ujjain
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh): The five-day Diwali festivities began on Friday with Dhanteras as temples were decorated and markets witnessed a rush of shoppers across Ujjain. Celebrations at Mahakaleshwar Temple had begun on Thursday evening with sparklers. Special 'puja' and 'aarti' were performed on Friday. Lord Dhanvantari, the deity of health and Ayurveda, was worshipped at the temple, Ayurvedic…
Diwali festivities kicked off in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on Friday with Dhanteras celebrations. Temples across the city, including the revered Mahakaleshwar Temple, were adorned with decorations. At the Gajalakshmi Temple in Nai Peth, the sanctum was adorned with currency notes worth Rs 40 lakh, a sight that drew large crowds of devotees. The tradition of decorating the temple began three days prior with garlands crafted from various denominations of Indian currency.
Meanwhile, devotees flocked to the Kuber Temple at Guru Sandipani Ashram, a temple dedicated to the deity of wealth, Lord Kuber. The temple opens its doors only once a year, making this occasion highly significant for believers seeking prosperity and protection from debt. During their visit, devotees applied perfume to Lord Kuber's navel, an act believed to bestow good fortune and financial stability.
Markets were abuzz with shoppers flocking to buy traditional items for Diwali, particularly gold, silver, and flowers. However, the high prices of precious metals led many customers to make symbolic purchases instead. Utensil traders in Patni Bazaar expressed disappointment as road-widening notices dampened the festive spirit, potentially impacting sales.
Still, the Doodhtalai flower market thrived, with marigold garlands in particular seeing high demand. Prices remained stable, with roses at Rs 80 per kilogram, marigolds ranging from Rs 25 to Rs 45 per kilogram, and chrysanthemums between Rs 25 and Rs 50 per kilogram. The festive atmosphere continued with the upcoming celebration of Roop Chaturdashi on Saturday, followed by Diwali on Sunday.
The entire city buzzed with a festive spirit, as illuminated temples, decorated markets, and steady crowds lined the streets, purchasing traditional items to usher in the Diwali celebrations.
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