According to the Hindu calendar, the date of Ekadashi comes twice every month. In this way, two Ekadashi festivals will be celebrated in the month of June also. Param Ekadashi will be celebrated first in the month of June, after a few days all the devotees will observe the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi. Devotees observing Ekadashi fast worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. According to religious experts, just as Garuda is considered the best among all birds and Peepal among all trees, similarly Ekadashi fast is considered the best among all fasts. It is believed that the devotee who observes the fast of Param Ekadashi can get freedom from all the troubles and sorrows of his life.

Param Ekadashi festival will be celebrated in the month of June. Many people are confused about the date of fasting. Many people believe that Param Ekadashi fast will be observed on 10th June. On the other hand, people believe that June 11 is the right date for fasting. In such a situation, know what is the exact date of Param Ekadashi fast. Also know what is the right time to break the fast?

When is Param Ekadashi?

Param Ekadashi fast will not be observed on 10th June, but will be observed on 11th June. According to religious experts, Ekadashi Tithi will start at 12:57 pm on June 10 and end at 10:36 pm on June 11. Due to Udaya Tithi being on 11th June, the fast of Param Ekadashi will be observed on Thursday, 11th June. The correct time to break the fast will be from 05:23 am on 12th June till 08:10 am. Breaking the fast during this time would be considered best.

Importance of Param Ekadashi fast

Param Ekadashi means the best Ekadashi. The devotee who observes this fast as per the rules and regulations, poverty, financial constraints and destitution go away from his life. Also, the devotee who worships Lord Vishnu on this day is believed to get a place in Vaikuntha Dham after death. Apart from this, observing this fast gives the same virtuous results as donating gold and performing Ashwamedha Yagya.

method of worship

On the day of Param Ekadashi, all the devotees should take bath in the morning by mixing Ganga water in the bath water. After this, wear clean clothes and worship in the home temple. During the puja, offer flowers and fruits to Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. Light a lamp in front of them and perform aarti after the puja.

What to do on festival days?

1. People who do not fast on the day of Ekadashi should also avoid eating rice.
2. On this fast day, one should avoid lying, getting angry and gossiping about others.
3. Do not consume meat and alcohol.
4. Devotees who have observed Ekadashi fast should not sleep during the day.