Major Festivals — Hindu Sacred Festival
Akshaya Tritiya
Akshaya Tritiya (Akha Teej) is one of the four most auspicious days (Abujha Muhurtas) in the Hindu calendar — a day so inherently auspicious that no separate muhurta needs to be calculated for starting new ventures, marriages, or purchases. "Akshaya" means imperishable or ever-growing, and anything begun or donated on this day is believed to yield inexhaustible rewards. It marks the birthday of Lord Parashurama (sixth avatar of Vishnu), the day the Treta Yuga began, and the day Vyasa began dictating the Mahabharata to Ganesha.
Last updated: 23 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Significance
One of only four self-auspicious days (Abujha Muhurta) in the Hindu calendar — no muhurta calculation needed. Donations, gold purchases, new ventures, and marriages performed on this day yield imperishable, ever-growing merit.
Rituals & Traditions
Buy gold or silver jewelry (considered most auspicious). Perform Vishnu Puja and Lakshmi Puja. Donate food, clothes, and money to the needy. Start new businesses or ventures. Perform marriages and engagements. Read Vishnu Sahasranama. Offer Tulsi to Vishnu.
Traditional Foods
FAQ
Q.What is Akshaya Tritiya?
Akshaya Tritiya (Akha Teej) is one of the four most auspicious days (Abujha Muhurtas) in the Hindu calendar — a day so inherently auspicious that no separate muhurta needs to be calculated for starting new ventures, marriages, or purchases. "Akshaya"...
Q.What is the significance of Akshaya Tritiya?
One of only four self-auspicious days (Abujha Muhurta) in the Hindu calendar — no muhurta calculation needed. Donations, gold purchases, new ventures, and marriages performed on this day yield imperishable, ever-growing merit.
Q.What are the rituals of Akshaya Tritiya?
Buy gold or silver jewelry (considered most auspicious). Perform Vishnu Puja and Lakshmi Puja. Donate food, clothes, and money to the needy. Start new businesses or ventures. Perform marriages and engagements. Read Vishnu Sahasranama. Offer Tulsi to Vishnu.
Q.What foods are made during Akshaya Tritiya?
Sattu (roasted gram flour), Chana dal, Raw mango drink, Kheer, Panchamrit