Description
Akshay Tritiya and Mangoes –
🌞 What’s the Connection?
In many parts of India, Akshaya Tritiya coincides with the peak of mango season—especially in states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. Because of this seasonal overlap, mangoes naturally become a part of the celebration, both culturally and culinarily.
🍽️ How Mangoes Are Involved:
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Offerings in Puja:
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Fresh ripe mangoes are offered to Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, and other deities during the Akshaya Tritiya puja.
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Mango leaves are also used to decorate the puja space—believed to bring purity and positivity.
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Traditional Dishes:
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Aamras: A sweet mango pulp dish (often with ghee and cardamom), served with puris.
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Mango rice, mango lassi, and mango sheera are also popular festive foods.
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Seasonal Gifting:
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It’s common to gift boxes of Alphonso (Hapus), Kesar, or other premium mangoes to family and friends—both as a gesture of abundance and a seasonal delight.
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Symbol of Abundance:
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Mangoes, being considered the “king of fruits,” symbolize prosperity, sweetness in life, and seasonal bounty—perfectly fitting the theme of Akshaya (everlasting) prosperity.
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