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Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Importance of coriander and salt is no less than gold on Akshaya Tritiya, know the religious reasons.
Sanjeev Kumar | April 19, 2026 4:23 PM CST

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Akshaya Tritiya Significance: The holy festival of Akshaya Tritiya holds a special place in Hindu religion. According to the calendar, in the year 2026, Akshaya Tritiya will be celebrated on 19 April 2026. In the scriptures, this date is considered as Abujha Muhurta, which means that there is no need to consult the Panchang for any auspicious or auspicious work on this day. Donations and investments made on this day provide eternal fruits. Generally people associate buying gold on Akshaya Tritiya with good luck, but do you know that in astrology and religious beliefs, buying coriander and salt on this day is also considered as fruitful as gold?

Why is the day of Akshaya Tritiya special?

Akshaya Tritiya is considered to be the day that gives eternal fruits. Akshay means that which never ends. It is believed that the results of donations, chanting, penance and auspicious works done on this day never end and there is continuous happiness and prosperity in life.

Religious importance of buying coriander on Akshaya Tritiya

According to religious beliefs, buying coriander on the day of Akshaya Tritiya is considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity. Coriander is considered an indicator of wealth in the scriptures, which is very dear to Goddess Lakshmi. According to astrology, dry coriander is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi. Buying coriander and keeping it at the place of worship on Akshaya Tritiya brings blessings to the house. It is believed that on this day, buying coriander and offering it at the feet of Goddess Lakshmi and then sowing it in the garden or pot of your house, as the coriander flourishes, the financial condition of the person also becomes stronger. Buying coriander as an alternative to gold is considered best for those who cannot afford expensive metals. This ensures happiness, peace and stable residence of Goddess Lakshmi in the house.

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Importance of buying salt on Akshaya Tritiya

Along with coriander, the tradition of buying salt on Akshaya Tritiya is also centuries old. Salt is considered representative of Venus and Moon in astrology. There is a belief about salt that it absorbs the negative energy of the house. Buying new salt and bringing it home on Akshaya Tritiya removes Vaastu defects and brings positivity in the family. According to mythology, Goddess Lakshmi appeared from the churning of the ocean and salt is also obtained from the ocean. Mother Lakshmi is pleased by purchasing salt on this Akshaya Tritiya. Donating salt on this day is also considered very auspicious. It is said that this removes the sins of the person's previous birth and opens the doors of destiny.

Read this also- When to buy gold and silver on Akshaya Tritiya, know the auspicious time

Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

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