Akshaya Tritiya 2022: Here's Why People Buy Gold, Silver On Akshaya Tritiya
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Akshaya Tritiya: The practice of purchasing gold and silver on Akshaya Tritiya can be traced back to a tale from the Mahabharata.
This year, Akshaya Tritiya will be observed across India on May 3. The festival falls on the Shukla Paksha Tritiya of the Vaishnava month. The Hindu calendar considers Akshaya Tritiya to be one of the most auspicious days of the year. As a result, on this day, many people launch new businesses or projects.
Moreover, the day is also considered to be highly favourable for gold and silver purchases. On this day, people purchase precious metals, equipment, and machines in honour of Goddess Lakshmi.
It is believed that the purchases and investments you make on this day will appreciate in value and always remain with you.
This practice of purchasing gold and silver on Akshaya Tritiya can be traced back to a tale from the Mahabharata.