Varuthini Ekadashi 2026 In Panchak: Ekadashi fast is considered very special in Sanatan Dharma. This fast has been dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the protector of the world. There are two Ekadashis every month. In the Krishna Paksha of the first month and in the Shukla Paksha of the second. This fast is the most auspicious occasion to receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu. Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Vaishakh month is known as Varuthini Ekadashi.
On Varuthini Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu is fasted and worshiped with rituals. There is a religious belief that due to the effect of this fast and the worship of Shri Hari Vishnu, all the sins committed knowingly or unknowingly are destroyed. This year, the shadow of Panchak is also falling on Varuthini Ekadashi. Varuthini Ekadashi is on 13th April. Panchak is also starting on this day. Panchak period is considered inauspicious for auspicious works. In such a situation, let us know that doing work on this day will bring virtue.
Varuthini Ekadashi 2026 date and fasting time
According to the Panchang, the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Vaishakh month is starting at 01:16 in the late night of 12th and 13th April. This date will end at 01:08 am on 13th and 14th April. In such a situation, according to Udaya Tithi, the fast of Varuthini Ekadashi will be observed on 13 April 2026. The fast of this Ekadashi can be broken from 06:54 AM to 08:31 AM on 14th April.
April 2026 Panchak
- According to the Vedic calendar, Panchak is starting on 13th April at 03.44 am.
- It will end on April 17 at 12:02 pm.
These Panchak are starting from Monday, so it will be called Raj Panchak.
You will get virtue by doing these things on Varuthini Ekadashi
No auspicious work is done during Panchak period, but worship and fasting are not prohibited during this period. Therefore, observe the fast of Varuthini Ekadashi with full rituals and worship Lord Vishnu. Donation and charity done on this Ekadashi gives eternal results. Therefore, donate as per your capacity on the day of Varuthini Ekadashi. Donate a pitcher filled with water on this day. Provide food to the poor and needy. Donate them cotton clothes. All these works will yield manifold virtuous results.
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