Mumbai: Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Aakha Teej, is one of the most spiritually significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Celebrated annually during the spring month of Vaishakha, this sacred occasion symbolises endless prosperity, success, and spiritual merit. It is believed that any good deed or purchase made on this day yields lasting and fruitful results—making it a powerful time for new beginnings.
Devotees honour Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Lord Kuber, the treasurer of the gods, with ritualistic worship on Akshaya Tritiya. Traditionally, the day is also marked by the buying of gold, symbolising never-depleting wealth. In 2025, Akshaya Tritiya will be observed on 30 April, according to the Vedic calendar, as the Tritiya Tithi begins on 29 April at 5:31 PM and ends on 30 April at 2:12 PM.
When is Akshaya Tritiya 2025?
As per the Hindu Panchang, Akshaya Tritiya 2025 falls on Wednesday, 30 April. Though the Tritiya Tithi begins the previous evening, rituals and celebrations will take place on the 30th, as per the tradition of observing festivals during the sunrise (Udaya Tithi).
What to Buy on Akshaya Tritiya
- On this auspicious day, purchasing gold or silver jewellery is considered highly auspicious, believed to bring year-round prosperity. For those unable to buy precious metals, there are symbolic alternatives that are equally significant:
- Clay pots are seen as symbols of financial stability and abundance.
- Brass or copper vessels are ideal for ritual use and can also include idols of Goddess Lakshmi.
- Cowries (kaudi), believed to be dear to Goddess Lakshmi, are considered powerful attractors of wealth. Buying 11 cowries, wrapping them in red cloth, and offering them to the goddess is a traditional ritual. These should then be kept in your locker or place of wealth from the next Chaturthi.
- You may also buy yellow mustard seeds, Parada Shivling, or barley (jau) to please Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
What Not to Buy on Akshaya Tritiya
To maintain the auspiciousness of the day, avoid buying the following items:
- Aluminium, steel, or plastic goods, which are considered inauspicious.
- Black clothing or thorny plants, as they are linked to negative energy.
- It is also advised to refrain from any financial transactions or loans, as giving away money on this day could symbolically represent a loss of wealth.
Akshaya Tritiya is more than a day of gold shopping—it’s a reminder to start anew with positive intentions and spiritual grounding. Whether through rituals, mindful purchases, or simple offerings, the festival brings with it the promise of endless blessings.
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