Dhanteras Delight: Gold Rush Hits India Despite High Prices, Delhi Lights Up

This special report covers the vibrant Dhanteras celebrations across India, from bustling markets in Jaipur and Madurai to a grand government-hosted Diwali event at Delhi's Kartavya Path attended by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The report finds that despite rising costs, 'shoppers are keen to invest in precious ornaments, keeping the festive spirit alive'. While jewellers saw a festive rush, shoppers in Bhopal flocked to buy electronics, taking advantage of recent GST cuts on certain items. The celebration in Delhi, where CM Gupta and her cabinet lit diyas with the public, highlighted a message of unity and light, capping off a nationwide festive fervor.