Let's agree, people in India are always on a festive mode and have a long list of festivals to celebrate throughout the year. Currently, they are gearing up to mark Akshaya Tritiya soon. Alternatively known as Akha Teej or Akti, it is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar, celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Parshurama - the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu who is worshiped on this day along with Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi. Every year, Akshaya Tritiya falls on Shukla Paksha Tritiya of the month Vaishakha - third lunar day of the bright half month of Vaishakha.
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Akshaya Tritiya 2024: When Is Akshaya Tritiya This Year? Date And Time:
This year, Akshaya Tritiya falls on May 10, 2024 (Friday).
Akshaya Tritiya Puja Muhurat - 05:45 am to 12:05 pm
Duration - 06 hrs 21 mins
Tritiya Tithi Begins - 04:17 am on May 10, 2024
Tritiya Tithi Ends - 02:50 am on May 11, 2024
(Source: www.drikpanchang.com)
Akshaya Tritiya 2024: How Is Akha Teej Celebrated?
The word 'Akshya' stands for something that cannot be destructed. This means, the day holds a special significance for starting a new venture or investing in something fruitful. In a quentessential Hindu family, people buy gold on this day, one of the earliest and most traditional way of investment. People also conduct charitable events for prosperity and good luck. Besides, what holds a major significance is the puja of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi and the bhog they offer. People prepare various types of sweet and savoury food items for the puja offerings.
Here, we got you some of the most traditional mithai recipes that you can prepare for the Akshaya Tritiya celebration. Let's take a look.
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Akshaya Tritiya 2024: Here're 5 Classic Mithai Recipes For Aksha Teej Celebration:
1. Kheer:
No celebration in India is ever complete without kheer on the menu. It is a comforting pudding made with a mix of rice, milk, sugar and dry fruits. However, you will often find recipes where rice is replaced with sabudana, dalia and other such ingredients to give variation to the dish. Click here for some popular kheer recipes.
2. Kaju Katli:
This quintessential mithai is a delectable blend of cashew nut and milk, topped by silver leaf, traditionally served at festivals and special occasions. A fuss-free, simple and easy barfi recipe with a handful of ingredients, you can prepare this at home and offer for puja and serve as prasad later. Click here for the recipe.
3. Laddu:
You can never go wrong with laddu. It is simple, comforting and offers versatality in terms of recipes from region to region. And the best part is, you can easily make them at home. Click here for some of the most popular laddu recipes from across India.
4. Rabdi:
It is a milk-based dessert, made at Indian homes especially during any celebratory occassion. It is an uncomplicated dish that you can make with just a handful of ingredients like milk, cardamon and a few nuts. Click here for the recipe.
5. Badam Milk:
A perfectly comforting drink to enjoy during any occassion, badam milk is made with saffron, almonds and jaggery, mixed and boiled with milk. You can have the drink hot, or refrigerate it for an hour and serve it chilled. Click here for the recipe.
Happy Akshaya Tritiya 2024, everyone!
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