25 October,2019 01:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali celebrations. It is the first day of the festivities where buying gold is considered auspicious and symbolic of prosperity. On this day, people purchase gold and utensils and clean their houses to prepare for the festivities.
The famous among the Twitterati have been conveying their best wishes for prosperity and happiness on this auspicious occasion.
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