Benefits of Akshaya Tritiya: The holy festival of Akshaya Tritiya will be celebrated with great devotion this year on 20 April 2026. This day has special significance in Hindu religion because it is considered as ‘Abujh Muhurta’, that is, there is no need to consult the almanac for any auspicious work on this day. Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month Tritiya Tithi This coming day is going to give inexhaustible fruits. It is believed that any new work started or donation made on this day never gets destroyed. On this auspicious date, special worship of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi is done so that happiness and prosperity reside in the house. This festival teaches us that work done selflessly is the greatest asset of life.
Auspicious time for bathing and donation on Akshaya Tritiya
According to the scriptures, bathing in holy rivers on Akshaya Tritiya washes away the sins of past lives. This year, the best Brahma Muhurta for bathing and donation will be from 04:22 to 05:07 in the morning. If you cannot go to any river, then mix some Ganga water in water and take bath at home. The auspicious time of puja is from 05:51 am to 12:18 pm. Buying or investing in gold during this period is also considered very beneficial. Afternoon is the best time for donation, in which you can donate food grains, water vessels (like earthen pitcher) and seasonal fruits.
Importance of Pitru Tarpan and service to the needy
The holy day of Akshaya Tritiya is very special not only for new beginnings but also for remembering our ancestors and for selfless service. On this day, it is considered very auspicious to perform tarpan for one’s ancestors and donate a pot filled with water in their name. In view of the heat of Vaishakh month, giving water to the thirsty and arranging cool water for the people is the biggest virtue.
On this day, many people offer satvik food to God and feed it to the needy, which brings happiness, peace and positive energy in the house. The work of charity and service done on this day never goes waste, rather it provides eternal fruits. The real significance of this festival is to help others by keeping the mind calm to get the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
Special things that bring blessings to the house
You can follow this simple checklist for virtuous benefits and happiness and prosperity on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya:
Bath before sunrise: Wake up early in the morning, take bath and start your day positively by offering water to the Sun God.
Worship according to rituals: Light a lamp of pure ghee and pray with devotion in front of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi in the home temple.
Pitru Tarpan and Donation: Donating a pot filled with water, food grains or seasonal fruits for the sake of ancestors is considered very auspicious.
Happy Shopping: Buy any gold or silver item as per your capacity. If this is not possible, then bringing a new earthen pot to the house is also a symbol of auspiciousness.
Enjoyment of Satvik food: Sit together with the family and eat pure and wholesome food prepared by mother.
Pledge of Charity: Help someone in need, because donations made on this day provide inexhaustible results.
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