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Religion Desk | In Hindu religion, Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Vaishakh month has special significance, which is known as Varuthini Ekadashi. According to religious beliefs, this Ekadashi brings good fortune and destroys all sins. It is mentioned in the scriptures that by fasting on Varuthini Ekadashi, the devotee gets the virtue equal to Kanyadaan and the result equal to 10,000 years of hard penance. This year this holy fast will be observed on Monday, 13 April 2026.
Varuthini Ekadashi 2026: Date and exact time of Parana
According to the Panchang, Vaishakh Krishna Ekadashi Tithi will start on 13th April 2026 at 01:16 AM and will end on 14th April at 01:08 AM. Keeping in view the importance of Udayatithi, the fast will be observed on 13th April only. It will be very auspicious to break the fast (breaking the fast) on Tuesday, April 14, between 06:54 am to 08:31 am. Due to mistake in the timing of Parana, the full results of the fast are not achieved.
Rules start 24 hours in advance: Don’t make these mistakes even by mistake
The fast of Varuthini Ekadashi is considered more difficult than other Ekadashis. According to astrologers, the rules of fasting start from the morning of 12th April (Dashami Tithi). During this period, consumption of Tamasic vegetables like onion, garlic, turnip and brinjal is completely prohibited. Along with this, it is mandatory to maintain distance from meat, alcohol, tobacco and other intoxicants. Eating in bronze utensils and consuming honey is also prohibited on the night of Dashami.
Lord Vishnu may get angry with these actions
According to the scriptures, Ekadashi is not only a festival of physical fasting but also of mental purity. On this day, the seeker should not harbor jealousy, anger or negative feelings towards anyone. Slandering others or telling lies destroys the virtue of the fast. It is believed that if a person consumes prohibited substances on this day, knowingly or unknowingly, he may have to suffer the adverse consequences of fasting, for which it is difficult to find a solution.
Spiritual significance of Varuthini Ekadashi
It is mentioned in Bhavishya Purana that the person who duly observes Varuthini Ekadashi, after enjoying happiness in this world, finally attains the world of Vishnu. On this day ‘Madhusudan’ form of Lord Vishnu is worshipped. Charity also has special significance on this day, especially giving water to the thirsty and donating food is considered very virtuous.
