Akshaya Tritiya 2025, one of the most revered and spiritually significant days in the Hindu calendar, will be celebrated this year on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Observed annually on the third tithi of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the Hindu month of Vaisakha, the day is also known as Akti or Akha Teej. It is marked by a strong belief that any good deed performed on this day—be it charity, religious rituals, or financial investments like buying gold—will continue to yield benefits throughout life.
This year, the Tritiya Tithi begins at 5:31 PM on April 29, 2025, and ends at 2:12 PM on April 30, 2025, according to the Drik Panchang. The puja muhurat for Akshaya Tritiya falls between 5:41 AM and 12:18 PM, lasting for approximately 6 hours and 37 minutes. The best time to purchase gold and other valuables is within this auspicious window to invite lasting wealth and success. Akshaya Tritiya holds immense spiritual and economic significance across Indian households. The word "Akshaya" means "never diminishing," and actions performed on this day are believed to bring unending prosperity. Traditionally, this festival is marked by buying gold, a symbol of wealth and financial security. It is also a popular day for initiating new business ventures, property deals, or significant financial decisions.
History and Significance of Akshaya Tritiya
Rooted in Hindu mythology, the origins of Akshaya Tritiya are deeply spiritual. One well-known story comes from the Mahabharata era, during the exile of the Pandavas. It is believed that when Lord Krishna paid an unexpected visit to the Pandavas, Draupadi was unable to serve him a proper meal. Seeing her distress, Lord Krishna picked a single grain from the cooking pot and ate it. This simple gesture filled the divine being with joy and resulted in Draupadi being blessed with the Akshaya Patra, a mystical bowl that provided an unending supply of food. This miracle not only fed the Pandavas throughout their exile but also became a symbol of eternal sustenance. Another tale highlights the importance of this day in terms of divine wealth management. On this day, Lord Kuber, the god of wealth, was appointed as the treasurer of the heavens after receiving blessings from Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma. Since then, the day has become particularly significant for invoking divine blessings for wealth accumulation, stability, and security.
In the Jain tradition, Akshaya Tritiya marks the day when Lord Rishabhanatha, the first Tirthankara, ended his year-long fast by drinking sugarcane juice. This momentous event is commemorated by Jains with similar fasting and acts of charity. Whether observed by Hindus or Jains, Akshaya Tritiya represents a divine opportunity to reset intentions, offer gratitude, and perform meritorious acts.
Puja Vidhi and Rituals to Follow on Akshaya Tritiya
On the morning of Akshaya Tritiya, devotees are encouraged to wake up early, take a holy bath, and purify the temple or worship space within their home. A red or yellow cloth is spread over a clean platform, and idols or images of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Vishnu, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kuber are placed upon it. The idols are then purified using Ganga jal (holy water from the Ganges), followed by the application of sandalwood paste and vermilion tilak. Offerings include garlands of fresh flowers, raw rice, betel leaves, coconuts, betel nuts, durva grass, and other traditional materials. Fruits and sweets, particularly festive dishes like makhane ki kheer, are presented as bhog (offering) to the deities.
During the puja, sacred hymns such as the Kanakadhara Stotram, Kubera Chalisa, Vishnu Namavali, and Ganesh Chalisa are chanted with devotion. The puja concludes with an aarti and prayers for enduring prosperity, health, and peace. Many families also donate food, clothes, and money to the needy, as charity on this day is believed to reap tenfold returns. In modern times, people continue to uphold the tradition of gold buying on Akshaya Tritiya. Gold jewellery, coins, and bars are bought not only as a spiritual investment but also as a financial strategy, especially in Indian households. Retailers across the country often offer special discounts and promotions to mark the occasion, boosting consumer participation.
Whether through religious observances, investment in gold, or charitable acts, Akshaya Tritiya is a day that blends tradition with modernity. It offers a unique opportunity to realign spiritual values with material growth. As the sacred date of April 30, 2025, approaches, individuals and families prepare for this day with devotion and anticipation, hoping to begin new ventures and perform auspicious rituals that will bring them enduring blessings and prosperity throughout the year and beyond.
