The festival season linked to Diwali will begin from Dhana Trayodashi or Dhanteras, which will be celebrated on November 6. (Representational Image: DC)

 Hyderabad: The festival season linked to Diwali will begin from Dhana Trayodashi or Dhanteras, which will be celebrated on November 6. The festival is dedicated to wealth, health, and prosperity. On this day, people traditionally buy utensils, gold, or silver and worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari, who is known to be the source of Ayurveda.

The second day — November 7 — will be celebrated as Naraka Chaturdashi in the southern states, including the Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. This day commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura. On this day, people wake up early, have ritual oil baths, and light lamps. Chaturdashi is also known as Choti Diwali and Kali Chaudas in other regions.

Diwali — also known as Deepavali in Telugu states — will be celebrated on November 8. On this day, people celebrate homes with diyas, and perform puja to Goddess Lakshmi. In some regions, Lord Ganesha is also worshipped as the main deity along with Goddess Lakshmi.

Govardhan Puja is performed on November 9 to 10. It commemorates Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill at Nandagram. On this day, people offer large quantities of food to Krishna and honour cattle.

Bhai Dooj is celebrated on November 11. It is celebrated by people from western and eastern parts of the country. It celebrates the loving bond between brothers and sisters.

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