अक्षय तृतीया
Significance
Akshaya Tritiya is considered auspicious for new ventures, donations and purchases. Many families perform Lakshmi pooja or Satyanarayan pooja on this day.
Pooja procedure
- Perform Lakshmi-Narayan pooja with flowers and tulsi.
- Offer fruits, sweets and cooling foods.
- Donate food, water or clothes.
Samagri
- Lakshmi and Vishnu image
- Tulsi and lotus flowers
- Rice, jaggery, fruits
- Kalash with water
- Lamp and incense
Frequently asked questions
Is it necessary to buy gold on Akshaya Tritiya?
No. Tradition also emphasises donations and pooja, and the purchase is a custom and not a requirement.
