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Kamada Ekadashi, a sacred observance in Hindu tradition, will be celebrated in April this year. According to the Hindu calendar, it falls on the Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in Chaitra month.
Ekadashi Tithi Begins: April 7, 2025, at 8:00 PM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends: April 8, 2025, at 9:12 PM
Fasting Day (Observed): April 9, 2025
Parana Time (Breaking the Fast): April 9, from 6:26 AM to 8:56 AM
Dwadashi Tithi Ends: April 9, at 10:55 PM
Note: Parana (fast breaking) must be done within Dwadashi Tithi. Missing this timing is considered inauspicious.
Religious Importance of Kamada Ekadashi
Fasting on Kamada Ekadashi is believed to cleanse the soul and free a person from sins.
Devotees worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi with full devotion.
The observance is said to attract prosperity, wealth, and peace into one’s life.
Kamada Ekadashi is especially recommended for those seeking blessings in personal and financial matters.
What Not to Do on Ekadashi
To observe the fast properly, certain practices should be avoided:
Avoid Rice: Do not cook or eat rice-based food on Ekadashi.
No Tamasic Food: Refrain from consuming onion, garlic, or meat.
No Intoxication: Stay away from alcohol and other intoxicants.
No Hair or Nail Cutting: Avoid grooming activities like cutting hair or nails.
Respect Tulsi: Do not pluck or touch Tulsi leaves on Ekadashi.
Use Polite Language: Speak respectfully and avoid arguments or harsh words.
