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The Mumba Devi Temple in Mumbai was beautifully decorated with 12,000 mangoes to celebrate Akshaya Tritiya, a highly auspicious Hindu festival. Priest Sandeep Bhatt explained that good deeds performed on this day yield eternal benefits. The festival is considered ideal for new ventures, investments, and spiritual practices. It also marks the beginning of Kalyug as per Hindu scriptures.

Key Points: Mumba Devi Temple Decorated With 12000 Mangoes for Akshaya Tritiya

  • Temple adorned with 12,000 mangoes for Akshaya Tritiya
  • Auspicious day for new beginnings and prosperity
  • Marks transition from Dwapar Yug to Kalyug
  • Sun and moon at optimal planetary alignment
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Mumba Devi Temple adorned with 12,000 mangoes on Akshaya Tritiya

Mumbai's Mumba Devi Temple dazzles with 12,000 mangoes on Akshaya Tritiya, a day symbolizing eternal prosperity in Hindu tradition.

"The fruit of any good deed done on Akshaya Tritiya is the greatest today. - Priest Sandeep Bhatt"

Mumbai, May 1

The Mumba Devi temple in Mumbai (Maharashtra) was decorated with over 12,000 mangoes on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya on April 30.

Speaking about the tradition, temple priest Sandeep Bhatt said, "Like every year, this year too, the temple has been decorated with the season's fruit, mango. It is believed that the fruit of any good deed done on Akshaya Tritiya is the greatest today."

Akshaya Tritiya is considered one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar, believed to bring prosperity and good fortune.

Celebrated on April 30 this year, Akshaya Tritiya is considered highly auspicious for starting new businesses, making investments, and purchasing gold and real estate.

The festival is marked by prayer, alms-giving, and spiritual practices.

The word 'Akshaya' means 'never diminishing'. It is said that things that start on this day expand forever with fewer obstacles in their way, and that doing good deeds on this day will bring eternal success and fortune.

The occasion is celebrated on the third day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaisakh. According to the Gregorian calendar, this day typically falls in April or May. It is on this day that both the sun and the moon are said to be at their planetary best alignment.

According to Hindu scriptures, Akshaya Tritiya also marks the start of the Kalyug and the end of the Dwapar Yug.

- ANI

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Priya K.
What a beautiful tradition! 🌸 The sight of 12,000 mangoes must have been breathtaking. Our temples preserve such unique customs that connect us to our roots. Wishing everyone prosperity on this Akshaya Tritiya!
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Rahul S.
While the decoration is impressive, I wonder what happens to all those mangoes afterwards? Hope they're distributed to the needy rather than going to waste. Temples should set an example in sustainability too.
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Ananya M.
My grandmother always told me stories about Akshaya Tritiya being the best day to start something new. Bought my first gold coin today! 🪙 The mango decoration at Mumba Devi temple adds so much seasonal charm to the celebrations.
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Vikram J.
The astronomical significance mentioned here is fascinating - sun and moon at their planetary best alignment. Our ancestors had such deep knowledge. Would love to see more temples incorporate these scientific aspects in their teachings.
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Sunita P.
Such vibrant traditions make Mumbai special! The mango decoration reminds me of my childhood summers in Maharashtra. Hope the temple authorities share more photos - would love to see the complete arrangement.
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Kiran D.
While I appreciate the tradition, I wish more attention was given to explaining the spiritual meaning behind using mangoes specifically. Is there a scriptural reference or is this a local custom? More context would be valuable.

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