Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is a highly revered festival that is joyfully observed by the Jain and Hindu communities in Nepal and India. Observed during the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the month of Vaisakha, this event, which is often celebrated in April or May, represents enduring wealth, good fortune, and divine favours.
Vaishkha Shukla Tritiya is celebrated as Akshaya Tritiya, one of the most auspicious days in the year,
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Akshaya means- everlasting; the one that makes everything in life abundant.
Akshaya Tritya is assumed to be as the day Tretha Yuga had originated known as Tretha Yugaadi. pic.twitter.com/YIfNlGpGAZ
When is Akshaya Tritiya 2025?
Akshaya Tritiya 2025 will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Interestingly, this festival is considered so auspicious that it is often said no specific muhurat is needed. The entire day is highly favourable for all good deeds. However, as per Drik Panchang, the exact Tritiya Tithi shubh muhurat are:
Tritiya Tithi Begins:Ā April 29, 2025, at 5:31 PM
Tritiya Tithi Ends:Ā April 30, 2025, at 2:12 PM
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Akshaya Tritiya is linked to a number ofĀ historic events.
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Akshaya Tritiya 2025 city-wise shubh muhurat
According to Drik Panchang, below are the city-wise Akshaya Tritiya muhurat:
Pune: 06:08Ā AM toĀ 12:32 PM
New Delhi: 05:41 AMĀ toĀ 12:18 PM
Chennai: 05:49Ā AM toĀ 12:06 PM
Jaipur: 05:49Ā AM toĀ 12:24 PM
Hyderabad: 05:51Ā AM toĀ 12:13Ā PM
Gurgaon: 05:42Ā AM toĀ 12:19 PM Ā
Chandigarh: 05:40Ā AM toĀ 12:20Ā PM
Kolkata: 05:05Ā AM toĀ 11:34Ā PM
Mumbai: 06:11Ā AM toĀ 12:36 PM Ā
Bengaluru: 05:59Ā AM toĀ 12:17Ā PM
Ahmedabad: 06:07Ā AM toĀ 12:37 PM
Noida: 05:41Ā AM toĀ 12:18Ā PM
Akshaya Tritiya 2025 Rituals and Significance
On Akshay Tritiya, which is regarded as one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar, new ventures can be launched without the necessity for a "muhurta" (particular time). According to tradition, endeavours and financial commitments made on this day will grow and result in prosperity.
In particular, Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi get special prayers, many devotees attend temples, and many fast on this day. Rice coated with turmeric is known as "Akshate" and is served as an auspicious offering.
Gold, silver, and even real estate are bought because it is thought that investments made now will pay well for years to come.
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