April 17, 2025 
Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akti or Akha Teej, is a highly auspicious Hindu festival that falls on the third lunar day of the bright half of the Vaishakha month. The word “Akshaya” means “that which never diminishes,” signifying that any good deed, investment, or venture started on this day is believed to bring lasting prosperity and success. It’s a time for buying gold, starting new businesses, getting married, and performing charitable activities. The day is also associated with various mythological events and is considered sacred for worshipping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, seeking their blessings for wealth and well-being.
This year, in 2025, Akshaya Tritiya will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 30th. The auspicious Tritiya Tithi begins on Tuesday, April 29th at 05:31 PM and ends on Wednesday, April 30th at 02:12 PM. The Akshaya Tritiya Puja Mahurat will be from 05:41 AM to 12:18 PM on April 30th, which is considered the most auspicious time for performing rituals and worship.
Akshaya Tritiya is marked by a blend of religious observances, auspicious activities, and charitable deeds. A significant tradition is the worship of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, the deities of wealth and prosperity. Many devotees perform special pujas at home or visit temples dedicated to them, offering prayers and seeking their blessings for lasting abundance.
Buying gold and silver is considered highly auspicious on this day, as it is believed to bring continuous prosperity and wealth that never diminishes. Starting new ventures, businesses, or making significant investments is also a common practice, with the belief that these endeavors will flourish and be successful.
Marriages are often solemnized on Akshaya Tritiya, as the entire day is considered highly auspicious and free from any malefic influences, making it an ideal time for unions. Charitable activities and donations play a crucial role in the celebrations. People donate food, clothes, money, and other necessities to the needy, embodying the spirit of giving and accumulating spiritual merit. Preparing and consuming traditional festive foods is also a part of the celebration in many households, often including dishes made with barley as it is associated with the festival.
Significance and Auspicious Timing
The significance of Akshaya Tritiya is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and tradition. It is believed to be the day when the Treta Yuga began, marking the second of the four Yugas in Hindu cosmology. It is considered the day when Lord Vishnu incarnated as Parashurama, adding to its sanctity. The entire day of Akshaya Tritiya is considered highly auspicious, free from any malefic influences, making it an ideal time for undertaking any significant activity without consulting astrological charts. In 2025, Akshaya Tritiya falls on Wednesday, April 30th, with the auspicious.
Auspicious Activities and Traditions
Akshaya Tritiya is associated with several auspicious activities. Purchasing gold and silver is a prominent tradition, symbolizing lasting wealth and prosperity. It is believed that any amount of precious metal bought on this day will multiply and bring good fortune. Starting new businesses and ventures considered highly favorable. The day is also deemed exceptionally auspicious for marriages, and many couples choose to tie the knot on Akshaya Tritiya. Charitable giving is another integral aspect of the festival, with people donating food, clothes, money, and other necessities to the less fortunate, seeking spiritual merit and blessings.
Worship of Deities and Ancestral Homage
Special prayers and pujas are performed to seek god’s blessings for prosperity, well-being, and spiritual growth. Offering barley to the deities is also a traditional practice. In some regions, Akshaya Tritiya is also observed as a day to honor ancestors. Rituals like Tarpan, offering water and prayers to departed souls, are performed to seek their blessings and express gratitude. The festival thus embodies a spirit of auspicious beginnings, lasting prosperity, charitable giving, and reverence for both the divine and ancestors.