Overview
- Akshaya Tritiya 2025 coincides with the rare Rohini Nakshatra, a celestial alignment last seen in 2008 and next expected in 2052, amplifying the festival's auspiciousness.
- Gold sales are projected to rise by 20% in value, with an estimated 25–30 tonnes sold, reflecting the day's economic and cultural significance.
- Varanasi and Ayodhya host grand rituals, including a royal procession of 1,000 Naga Sadhus and continuous Jalabhishek at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham, drawing thousands of devotees.
- Charitable initiatives, such as the Karuna Seva Trust's distribution of hampers to visually impaired children, highlight the festival's spirit of generosity.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extend greetings, emphasizing Akshaya Tritiya's role in fostering prosperity and unity in India.