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Patna Showrooms Overflow as Dhanteras Shopping Surge Begins
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 03:16 PM
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On Dhanteras, Patna's markets saw a massive influx of shoppers buying jewellery, household items and automobiles, despite high gold prices.
Patna’s commercial districts turned bustling on Dhanteras as shoppers rushed to purchase gold jewellery, home essentials and vehicles. The opening of the auspicious muhurat triggered a surge of customers, leaving many shops cramped and queues extending outside. Gold, though trading at elevated rates, remained in high demand, reflecting the traditional belief in its auspiciousness during the festival.
Automobile showrooms reported a steady stream of buyers, with several cars being driven out shortly after the muhurat. Retailers across the city noted that the volume of transactions is expected to set a strong tone for the upcoming Diwali shopping season.
Market observers said the early rush could boost overall sales figures for the festive period, as consumers aim to complete major purchases before the holiday. The atmosphere was marked by festive enthusiasm, with vendors and buyers alike participating in the customary celebrations of prosperity.
Automobile showrooms reported a steady stream of buyers, with several cars being driven out shortly after the muhurat. Retailers across the city noted that the volume of transactions is expected to set a strong tone for the upcoming Diwali shopping season.
Market observers said the early rush could boost overall sales figures for the festive period, as consumers aim to complete major purchases before the holiday. The atmosphere was marked by festive enthusiasm, with vendors and buyers alike participating in the customary celebrations of prosperity.