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Recently, Akshaya Tritiya is also known as Akha Teej was celebrated.
About Akshaya Tritiya
- It is a very important Hindu festival celebrated every year, as per the Hindu calendar, on Tritiya Tithi (third day) of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month.
- It is also popularly known as Akha Teej.
- It is a highly auspicious and important day for members of the Hindu and Jain communities.
- The celebration of Akshaya Tritiya is linked to Lord Krishna’s faith and friendship with Sudama.
- It is also stated that Lord Parshuram, Lord Vishnu’s sixth incarnation, celebrates his birthday on Akshaya Tritiya.
- Significance
On this day, both shoppers and sellers prepare for good commerce. Hindus and Jains, in particular, spend the day with joy and zeal, buying gold in the hopes of attracting good fortune.
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