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Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is a highly auspicious day celebrated by Hindus across the world. It occurs during the Shukla Paksha Tritiya in the month of Vaishakha. This year, Akshaya Tritiya will fall on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, and its timing is considered especially fortunate as it coincides with Rohini Nakshatra, making the day even more significant for spiritual practices and rituals.

Akshaya Tritiya 2025 Muhurat for April 29 and April 30

The term “Akshaya” means “never diminishing”, and the day is believed to bring eternal prosperity. Actions performed on Akshaya Tritiya, such as Japa (chanting), Yajna (sacrifices), Pitra-Tarpan (rituals for ancestors), and Dan-Punya (charity and good deeds), are said to have everlasting benefits. These acts of devotion are believed to bring lasting rewards and blessings, making the day an ideal time for spiritual reflection and acts of generosity.

Akshaya Tritiya 2025: Significance

This day holds immense importance as it is believed to bring good luck and success into one's life. A significant tradition on Akshaya Tritiya is the purchase of gold. It is believed that buying gold on this day attracts wealth and prosperity. Not only is it considered a wise investment, but the gold purchased is believed to grow and appreciate over time. This is in line with the meaning of Akshaya – that which never diminishes.

The Divine Connection: Lord Vishnu and Akshaya Tritiya

Akshaya Tritiya is ruled by Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe in Hindu mythology. The day is especially significant as it marks the beginning of Treta Yuga. The festival also coincides with Parashurama Jayanti, the birthday of Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. While Akshaya Tritiya and Parashurama Jayanti typically fall on the same day, depending on the exact time the Tritiya Tithi begins, Parashurama Jayanti may sometimes be observed a day before Akshaya Tritiya.

Akshaya Tritiya 2025: Rituals

On this sacred day, people engage in various rituals, including:

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