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Mohali’s Dhanteras Market Sees Surge, Silver Outshines Gold with ₹7 Crore Trade
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 02:46 AM
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On Dhanteras, Mohali’s market saw a packed crowd as silver sales surpassed gold, generating approximately ₹7 crore in trade.
On the auspicious day of Dhanteras, the market in Mohali attracted a large crowd of buyers eager to purchase precious metals. Traders reported that silver sales outpaced gold, with customers preferring the silver ornaments and coins for their festive purchase. The total value of transactions reached around ₹7 crore, reflecting a strong demand for silver during the Diwali season.
The surge in silver purchases was attributed to its affordability and the belief that it brings good fortune during the festival. Local jewelers noted that the demand for silver was higher than usual, with many buyers opting for silver jewelry and coins over gold. The high footfall also led to longer queues at the main market stalls.
Business owners in Mohali expressed optimism about the continued demand for silver throughout the Diwali celebrations. They highlighted that the market’s performance on Dhanteras could set a positive tone for the rest of the festival season.
The event underscores the importance of Dhanteras as a key buying period for precious metals in India, especially in Punjab’s commercial hubs like Mohali.
The surge in silver purchases was attributed to its affordability and the belief that it brings good fortune during the festival. Local jewelers noted that the demand for silver was higher than usual, with many buyers opting for silver jewelry and coins over gold. The high footfall also led to longer queues at the main market stalls.
Business owners in Mohali expressed optimism about the continued demand for silver throughout the Diwali celebrations. They highlighted that the market’s performance on Dhanteras could set a positive tone for the rest of the festival season.
The event underscores the importance of Dhanteras as a key buying period for precious metals in India, especially in Punjab’s commercial hubs like Mohali.