Akshaya Tritiya is believed to be one of the most auspicious festivals according to Hindu religious calendar. Dedicated to Lakshmi Devi, this festival is also known as the day of “never-ending” blessings. In fact, by engaging in prayers and rituals based on Panchang, we can attain the divine grace of the Devi in the form of prosperity and good fortune. In this article, we will explore Akshaya Tritiya’s spiritual significance, auspicious date and timings and every other important details. Read on.
Spiritual Significance of Akshaya Tritiya 2026
Drik Panchang points out the spiritual significance of Akshaya Tritiya in these words: "Akshaya Tritiya which is also known as Akha Teej is highly auspicious and holy day for Hindu communities. It falls during Shukla Paksha Tritiya in the month of Vaishakha. Akshaya Tritiya falling on a Rohini Nakshatra day with Wednesday is considered very auspicious. The word Akshaya means never diminishing. Hence the benefits of doing any Japa, Yajna, Pitra-Tarpan, Dan-Punya on this day never diminish and remain with the person forever.”
Religious leaders say that buying jewellery, metal utensils and gold on this festival day is deeply auspicious. This festival is also called “Abhuj Muhurat i.e., we don’t have to find a separate sacred timing for rituals and ceremonies like marriages on this day.
Religious & Mythological Significance of Akshaya Trithiya
Hindu religious faith tells us that Bhagwan Vishnu incarnated as Lord Parshuram on this divine tithi. This festival day is hailed as the starting point of Treta Yuga and Satya Yuga as well. Furthermore, it is believed that this is the day in which Lord Kubera engaged in intense penance for Maha Dev, attaining the God’s blessings to become the treasurer of the world of gods.
Date and Timings of Akshaya Tritiya 2026
Akshaya Tritiya falls on 19th April (Sunday) this year.
The Puja Muhurat for Akshaya Tritiya is from 10:49 AM to 12:34 PM.
The duration will be for 01 Hour and 45 Minutes.
Beginning of Tritiya Tithi- 10:49 AM on 19th April 2026
Conclusion of Tritiya Tithi- 07:27 AM on 20th April 2026
Sacred Time Period for Maa Lakshmi Worship
We should perform puja on Akshaya Tritiya during the sacred time period falling between 10:49 AM to 12:20 PM. Maa Lakshmi should be worshipped with absolute sincerity and devotion.
Auspicious Time to Buy Gold on Akshaya Tritiya
Devotees can buy gold from 10:49 in the morning of 19th April to 5:51 in the morning of 20th April. Purchasing gold on this day is believed to invite the divine energy of Lakshmi Devi to our homes. The blessings of the Goddess will manifest in our lives in the form of wealth, positivity and prosperity. Indeed, it is said that the gold that is bought on Akshaya Tritiya will increase over time, bringing fortune for devotees in the long-term. Therefore, a lot of people purchase gold on this as an investment for the future.
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