One of the most auspicious festivals for Jain and Hindu communities, Akshay Tritia, will be seen on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 this year. The day, who is also known as Akiti or Akha Tije, comes on the third date (Lunar Day) of Shukla Paksha of Vasakh. The Hindu calendar considers Akshay Tritia one of the most auspicious days of the year, as it is believed that any auspicious activity or investment made on this day brings endless prosperity and good fortune. One of the most funded customs associated with Akshay Tritia is buying gold, which is seen as a symbol of money and security.
Akshay Tritia 2025: History and Importance
Sanskrit meaning of Akshay TritiaTwo words are very important. “Akshay” means “eternal”, and the word “tritiya” refers to the third day of the enlightened half of the Vaishaka month.
People celebrate Akshay Tritiya to bring good luck for their lives. According to the general perception, buying gold and assets on this day brings prosperity and wealth in the future.
According to mythology, it is believed that many incidents occurred on Akshay Tritia, making it an auspicious day.
According to a legend, on Akshay Tritiya, Treta Yuga, the second of the four ages, and the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu, Parashuram was born. Another legend says that Maharishi Ved Vyas, author of Mahabharata, started describing the epic on this day.
It was also on the occasion that Lord Krishna met his childhood friend Sudama. According to another perception, the Ganges river descended from heaven on Akshaya Tritiya from heaven.
Akshay Tritia 2025: Rituals and Festival
On Akshay Tritia, people fast for a day. Devotees worship and prepare “Akshat” (rice coated with turmeric and kumkum) to present Lord Vishnu. They also prepare indulgence for Lord Vishnu, Lord Ganesha and other gods. Worshiping Lord Kubera is also seen as auspicious practice.
Since Akshay Tritiya is an auspicious day, many people prefer to buy gold or silver items because it is believed that buying precious metals gives prosperity and best wishes for the family. This day is also auspicious for marriage.
In addition, charitable work is an important part of the day. Devotees distribute grains, clothes and other items among the poor to receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu.