Akshaya Tritiya 2021: 5 Traditional Rituals On This Day

Akshaya Tritiya: One of the most auspicious days of the year Akshaya Tritiya is on April 14. Know the 5 traditional rituals of Akshaya Tritiya

Akshaya Tritiya is on 14th May. According to Hindu scriptures, Akshaya Tritiya is one the most auspicious days of the year. In Sanskrit, Akshaya means eternal and Tritiya refers to the third day of the Shukla Paksha or Full Moon phase. Akshaya Tritiyaalso known as Akha Teej in some parts of the country. This is of the four Tithis or time when one doesn't need to look at muhurta or an auspicious moment for any special work or puja. Anytime in the entire day is considered sacred. Preparing the Akshate: On Akshaya Tritiya, people who observe the vrat prepare Akshate. Grains of unbroken rice are smeared with haldi or turmeric and kumkum. Akshate is offered to Lord Vishnu on this day. This is believed to bring good luck for the family. Charity: On Akshaya Tritiya, Dana or charity work is traditionally considered significant. People distribute foodgrains, clothes, jaggery and other items to the underprivileged. According to scriptures, charity work on Akshaya Tritiya brings unlimited good fortune for the entire year.