In Mumbadevi`s Dagina Bazar, long queues were seen outside jewellery shops as people rushed to buy gold and silver coins, which are considered lucky on Dhanteras

At Mohammed Ali Road, families and children were spotted shopping for crackers, preparing for the upcoming Diwali celebrations

The area was filled with colourful stalls and lively energy

Many also purchased new utensils, another popular tradition linked with the day

Businessmen were seen buying a "Chopda" (Book of Accounts), a special item bought on Dhanteras to prepare for the Chopda Puja — a key ritual during Diwali that marks the beginning of the new accounting year for many traders

Huge crowds were seen at firecracker shops in south Mumbai

Dadar (West) saw heavy footfall as people shopped for Diwali clothes, gifts, and sweets

Shops were decorated with lights and festive banners, and streets were bustling with activity