What is Dhanteras Puja?
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi) is the first day of Diwali, on Kartika Krishna Trayodashi — the day of Lord Dhanvantari, Goddess Lakshmi and Kubera. Families buy gold, silver or a new utensil, worship Lakshmi and Kubera in the evening and light the Yama deepam at the doorstep.
Dhanvantari emerged from the churning of the ocean on this day, so it is also Dhanvantari Jayanti, the day of health. In the evening, during pradosha kaal, Lakshmi and Kubera are worshipped for prosperity, often with the newly bought gold or utensils placed before them.
Dhanteras Puja in Surat
Gujarati families do Lakshmi puja with new coins on Dhanteras (Dhan Teras) and the Chopda pujan on Diwali.
Shastris follow Gujarati Vedic practice, chanting in Sanskrit and explaining in Gujarati or Hindi. Muhurthams follow the Gujarati panchang (Vikram Samvat).
Vishnu temples in and around Surat
- ISKCON Surat
- Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Surat
Areas we cover in and around Surat
- Adajan
- Vesu
- Varachha
- Piplod
- Katargam
- Athwa
How Dhanteras Puja is performed
A typical Dhanteras Puja with a Stuti Mandir pandit follows these steps; your pandit adapts them to your family’s tradition.
- 1Ganapati puja and sankalpa
- 2Dhanvantari puja for health
- 3Lakshmi and Kubera puja with the new gold, silver or utensils
- 4Kubera mantra and Lakshmi Ashtottara
- 5Naivedya of sweets and fruits
- 6Lighting the Yama deepam facing south
Dhanteras Puja samagri list
- Lakshmi, Kubera and Dhanvantari pictures
- New coins, gold or utensils bought that day
- Diyas (13) and ghee or oil
- Flowers, roli, rice and sweets
- Coriander seeds and jaggery
Your pandit confirms the exact list after booking, so your family can arrange everything before the pooja.
Benefits and best time for Dhanteras Puja
Benefits
- Prosperity and blessings for new purchases
- Good health with the blessings of Dhanvantari
- Protection of the family through the Yama deepam
- A correct, unhurried start to the Diwali days
When to perform
- Kartika Krishna Trayodashi — two days before Diwali
- Lakshmi–Kubera puja in the evening pradosha kaal
- Yama deepam after sunset
Why book Dhanteras Puja in Surat with Stuti Mandir
Verified pandits
Every pandit’s profile is reviewed and approved by Stuti Mandir before they can take bookings. See their languages and experience before you choose.
Price shown upfront
Dakshina, fees and taxes are itemised before you pay, so there is no haggling on the day.
Live pandit tracking
Follow your pandit on a live map from the moment they start their journey, just like a delivery app.
OTP-verified pooja
You confirm the pandit’s arrival and the pooja’s completion with one-time codes.
Your language, your tradition
Choose a pandit who speaks Gujarati and follows your family’s customs.
Samagri made easy
Your pandit shares the full samagri list after booking, so your family has everything ready.
Talk to a pandit about Dhanteras Puja
Not sure of the date or what to prepare? A verified pandit calls you in Gujarati to fix the muhurat and plan the dhanteras puja — from ₹301.
How to book Dhanteras Puja in Surat
- 1
Choose Dhanteras Puja and a verified pandit — compare their languages, experience and price.
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Pick a date and time slot, enter your address in Surat and add any muhurtham preference.
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Pay securely online (UPI, cards or net banking) — the full bill is shown before you pay.
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On the day, track your pandit live, confirm their arrival with an OTP, and share the completion code once the pooja is done.
Questions devotees ask us
How much does Dhanteras Puja cost in Surat?
With Stuti Mandir, Dhanteras Puja in Surat starts from ₹2,750 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. The final amount depends on the pandit you choose and express booking; the family keeps the samagri ready from the pandit's list, and the full bill is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Gujarati-speaking pandit for Dhanteras Puja in Surat?
Yes. Shastris follow Gujarati Vedic practice, chanting in Sanskrit and explaining in Gujarati or Hindi. Each pandit’s languages are shown on their profile, so you can pick one who matches your family’s tradition.
Which areas of Surat do you cover?
Pandits come to homes and offices across Surat and nearby areas, including Adajan, Vesu, Varachha, Piplod, Katargam and Athwa. Availability for your date and area is confirmed when you choose a slot.
How long does Dhanteras Puja take?
About 1 to 1.5 hours, performed by 1 pandit. Plan a little extra time for setting up the mandapam and for prasadam.
What samagri is needed for Dhanteras Puja?
The main items are lakshmi, kubera and dhanvantari pictures, new coins, gold or utensils bought that day, diyas (13) and ghee or oil, flowers, roli, rice and sweets and coriander seeds and jaggery. Your pandit shares the full list after booking, in time for your family to arrange it.
When is Dhanteras?
On Kartika Krishna Trayodashi, two days before Diwali. Stuti Mandir’s festival pages show the date and the pradosha kaal for your city.
What should be bought on Dhanteras?
Gold, silver, a brass or steel utensil, or a broom — symbols of Lakshmi entering the home. They are placed before Lakshmi in the evening puja.
Can the Dhanteras and Diwali Lakshmi puja be booked together?
Yes. Book the same pandit for both days; Diwali night has the main Lakshmi puja.
How do I book Dhanteras Puja in Surat?
Open the Dhanteras Puja booking page, choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time, add your Surat address and pay online. You can track the pandit live on the day.