Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is one of the most sacred and auspicious Hindu festivals celebrated across India. It marks a day when prosperity, good fortune, and divine blessings are believed to flow endlessly. In 2025, Akshaya Tritiya will be celebrated on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Akshaya Tritiya 2025: Date, Significance, Rituals, and Celebrations
Date & Timings – Akshaya Tritiya 2025
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Date of Celebration: Wednesday, 30 April 2025
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Tritiya Tithi Begins: 29 April 2025, 5:31 PM
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Tritiya Tithi Ends: 30 April 2025, 2:12 PM
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Auspicious Puja Muhurat: 30 April 2025, from 5:41 AM to 12:18 PM
What is Akshaya Tritiya?
The word “Akshaya” in Sanskrit means “eternal” or “never diminishing”, and “Tritiya” refers to the third lunar day of the bright half of the Hindu month of Vaishakha. It is believed that any good deed, donation, or investment made on this day brings unending prosperity and happiness.
This day is considered so auspicious that no “muhurat” is required to start new ventures, marriages, property purchases, or investments.
Significance of Akshaya Tritiya
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Birth of Lord Parashurama: Akshaya Tritiya marks the birth anniversary of Lord Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
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Beginning of Mahabharata: According to legend, Sage Vyasa began narrating the Mahabharata to Lord Ganesha on this day.
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Kubera’s Wealth: Lord Kubera, the treasurer of the gods, is said to have received immense wealth from Goddess Lakshmi on Akshaya Tritiya.
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Jain Significance: It is the day when Lord Rishabhdev, the first Tirthankara of Jainism, broke his year-long fast by drinking sugarcane juice.
Why is Gold Purchased on Akshaya Tritiya?
Buying gold and silver on Akshaya Tritiya is considered highly auspicious, as these are seen as symbols of wealth and eternal prosperity. It is believed that any wealth acquired on this day will multiply and stay “Akshaya” or undiminished.
In 2025, the best time to buy gold is between 5:41 AM and 2:12 PM on 30 April.
Rituals and Celebrations
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Lakshmi-Vishnu Puja: Devotees offer prayers to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu for prosperity and harmony.
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Charity and Donation: Donating food, clothes, water, and money to the poor is considered highly meritorious.
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Starting New Ventures: Many choose to begin new businesses, sign important deals, or even get married on this auspicious day.
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Buying Gold and Property: Purchasing valuables like gold, silver, or real estate is believed to bring lasting success.
Do’s on Akshaya Tritiya:
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Perform puja in the morning.
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Offer tulsi leaves, yellow flowers, and sweets to Lord Vishnu.
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Donate grains, water pots, or clothes.
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Invest in gold or start something new.
Conclusion
Akshaya Tritiya 2025 is a divine opportunity to invite everlasting prosperity, peace, and happiness into your life. Whether you’re buying gold, starting a new journey, or offering prayers, ensure your actions are filled with devotion and positive intent.
Celebrate this Akshaya Tritiya with love, faith, and hope — and let abundance flow endlessly into your life.
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