Akshaya Tritiya 2026:The holy festival of Akshaya Tritiya is being celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm across the country today, 19 April 2026, Sunday. This time there was some confusion among the people regarding the date whether it will fall on 19th April or 20th April, but according to the calendar, due to Tritiya Tithi being at the time of sunrise, this festival has been considered valid today itself.

Akshaya Tritiya is known as Abujha Muhurta. It is believed that there is no need to observe a separate auspicious time for any auspicious work on this day. The results of donations, worship or investment made on this day never end, but keep increasing continuously.

Tritiya tithi time

This year Tritiya Tithi will start from 10:49 am today and will continue till 7:27 am on 20th April. This is why the entire day is being considered auspicious and people can worship, shop or start new works without any worries.

auspicious time of puja

Today, the best time to worship as per the rituals is considered to be from 10:49 am to 12:20 pm. This is a special auspicious period of about one and a half hours, in which worshiping Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi is believed to yield special results.

good time to buy

Buying gold and silver on the day of Akshaya Tritiya has special significance. This year, the auspicious time for shopping will start from 10:49 am on April 19 and will continue till 3:57 am on April 20. During this period, almost the entire day is considered favorable for shopping.

what to do on this day

Purchasing gold, silver or essential items on this auspicious occasion is considered beneficial. Starting new work or business is also considered auspicious on this day. Along with this, donating food, water or clothes is beneficial. By worshiping and chanting mantras, one gets positive energy and brings happiness and prosperity in life.

do not what

On the day of Akshaya Tritiya, one should avoid negative thinking, fights or wrong decisions. Also, one should avoid investing without thinking. The tradition of buying gold is especially popular on this day, which is considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity. This is the reason why every year there is enthusiasm for shopping in the markets on this day and people also see it as a good investment opportunity.