Akshaya Tritiya is an auspicious period during which people buy gold with the belief that it will attract wealth and good fortune. There are, however, other reasons as well to buy gold, especially in the electronic form. Experts say gold should be an integral part of your portfolio due to its safety, liquidity, inflation-beating capacity, and returns. However, before buying gold in any form, ensure that the investment is as per your risk appetite and the overall portfolio structure.