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Akshaya Tritiya 2025 Celebrations Highlight Rare Celestial Alignment and Gold Buying Frenzy

The festival, marked by prayers, charitable acts, and record-high gold prices, coincides with the Rohini Nakshatra alignment, last seen in 2008.

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Shivangi Joshi, Nia Sharma, Arjun Bijlani and other celebs share their Akshaya Tritiya buys
Jewellery stores around the city are packed with customers during Akshaya Tritiya.
Mangoes take centre stage on Akshaya Tritiya 2025

Overview

  • Akshaya Tritiya 2025, celebrated on April 30, aligns with the rare Rohini Nakshatra, enhancing its auspiciousness; this combination will not occur again until 2052.
  • Devotees across India performed rituals including Lakshmi and Vishnu pujas, charity, and new ventures, seeking eternal prosperity and blessings.
  • Gold prices surpassed ₹100,000 per 10 grams, yet jewellery stores nationwide reported high footfall, reflecting the tradition of gold purchases on this day.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended greetings, emphasizing the festival's role in fostering prosperity and national progress.
  • Cities like Chennai, Bhopal, and Indore witnessed bustling markets, temple rituals, and community events, underscoring the festival's cultural and economic significance.