Overview

• Varuthini Ekadashi tithi began on April 23, 2025, at 4:43 PM and will end on April 24, 2025, at 2:32 PM, with the fast-breaking parana scheduled for April 25 between 5:46 AM and 8:23 AM.
• This Ekadashi is observed during Krishna Paksha of Vaishakha month in the North Indian Purnimanta calendar and Chaitra month in the South Indian Amanta calendar.
• The day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, with devotees fasting, chanting mantras, and performing puja rituals to seek protection, remove past sins, and enhance spiritual growth.
• Puja rituals include early morning preparations, offering flowers and Tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu, lighting a diya, and chanting the Vishnu Sahasranama.
• Fasting rules vary, with some devotees observing a strict Nirjala fast (water-only) while others consume fruits and milk, avoiding grains and beans.