The Akshaya Tritiya 2021 ‘tithi’ will begin on Friday, May 14 at 5.38 AM and will prevail till Saturday, 15th May at 7.59 AM.
Akshaya Tritiya, which is also known as Akha Teej, will fall on Friday, 14th May this year!
Akshaya Tritiya is considered highly auspicious and holy by Hindus!
The Shukla Paksha Tritiya Tithi of Vaishakha month is observed as Akshay Tritiya. The word Akshaya means never diminishing and hence the day is believed to bring good luck and success. It is believed that any Japa, Yajna, Pitra-Tarpan, Dan-Punya performed on this day never diminish and stays with the person forever. According to Hindu mythology, Treta Yuga began on Akshaya Tritiya.
As this sacred day is considered very auspicious, it is also said that purchasing gold on this day brings prosperity and wealth to the family. It is believed that the yellow metal bought on this day never diminishes and continues to grow and bring wealth. The day is ruled by Lord Vishnu.
As per Hindu scriptures, Akshaya Tritiya, Yugadi (Telugu & Karnataka State New Year Day), and Vijaya Dashami is the most auspicious timings to undertake new tasks/project as these three days are free from all malefic effects. Know about the Tithi, auspicious timings to buy gold and other details of the day.