A woman browses decorative items at a Haridwar market stall ahead of Diwali celebrations, on Dhanteras, 6 November 2026, as festive demand drove a surge in footfall across Uttarakhand. (Photo: NationPress)
A shopper inspects idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha at a Haridwar market ahead of Diwali, on Dhanteras, 6 November 2026 — the auspicious duo are traditionally placed in homes during Diwali worship. (Photo: NationPress)
A woman buys earthen diyas from a Haridwar shop on Dhanteras, 6 November 2026, as demand for traditional clay lamps remained strong ahead of Diwali in Uttarakhand. (Photo: NationPress)
A man purchases utensils from a Haridwar market stall on Dhanteras, 6 November 2026, following the age-old tradition of buying metals or kitchenware on this auspicious day ahead of Diwali in Uttarakhand. (Photo: NationPress)