Dhanteras 2026 in Chennai
धनतेरस · चेन्नई
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Dhanteras 2026 in Chennai (चेन्नई) falls on Saturday, 7 November 2026. Planetary ruler: Jupiter (Guru), Lord Dhanvantari, Maa Lakshmi. Auspicious muhurat: Pradosh Kaal: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM IST. First day of Diwali festival. Day of wealth, health, and Lord Dhanvantari (god of Ayurveda). Visit famous Chennai temples like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Chennai-specific timings.
Significance of Dhanteras
Most auspicious day for buying gold, silver, utensils, and starting new financial ventures.
🛕 Where to celebrate Dhanteras in Chennai
These temples in Chennai are especially powerful during Dhanteras:
- ●Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- ●Parthasarathy Temple
- ●Marundeeswarar Temple
✓ Do's
- ●Buy gold, silver, or new utensils
- ●Light Yam deepak at south
- ●Worship Lord Dhanvantari for health
- ●Worship Lakshmi-Kuber for wealth
✗ Don'ts
- ●Do not lend money on this day
- ●Avoid empty kitchen
- ●Do not refuse anyone who comes asking
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When is Dhanteras 2026 in Chennai?
Dhanteras 2026 is celebrated in Chennai on Saturday, 7 November 2026.
What is the Dhanteras muhurat in Chennai?
The Dhanteras muhurat in Chennai is Pradosh Kaal: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Dhanteras in Chennai?
Famous temples in Chennai: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marundeeswarar Temple.
Who is the planetary ruler of Dhanteras?
The planetary ruler of Dhanteras is Jupiter (Guru), Lord Dhanvantari, Maa Lakshmi.