Mumbai: Amalaki Ekadashi, a revered fasting day in Hinduism, is being observed today, 10 March 2025. Like all Ekadashi observances, this day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. Devotees fast, perform prayers, and seek divine blessings, believing that observing this fast ensures a life free of troubles under the grace of Shri Hari.

Following the fast, performing the Parana (breaking of the fast) at the correct time and in the prescribed manner is considered essential. The Parana for Amalaki Ekadashi is conducted on the Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth lunar day) of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Phalguna. Observers must adhere to the traditional method of breaking the fast to receive its full spiritual benefits. Here are the key details regarding the Parana timing and method for Amalaki Ekadashi.

Parana Timing For Amalaki Ekadashi 2025

According to the Hindu calendar, the Ekadashi Tithi begins at 7:45 AM on 9 March and concludes at 7:44 AM on 10 March. Hence, the fast is observed on 10 March.

The Parana, or fast-breaking ceremony, should be performed on 11 March between 6:35 AM and 8:13 AM. Devotees should ensure that they break their fast within this timeframe to receive the full spiritual merit of the observance.

How to Perform Amalaki Ekadashi Parana

To complete the fast properly, devotees should follow these steps:

• Wake up early on Dwadashi Tithi and take a bath.
• Clean the home temple and sprinkle it with Gangajal (holy water).
• Worship Lord Vishnu with proper rituals, chanting mantras.
• Offer coriander-based prasad, Panchamrit, fruits, flowers, and sweets to the deity.
• Conclude the prayer with an aarti (ritual of waving a lamp).
• Seek forgiveness for any mistakes made during the fast.
• Perform charity and donations as per one’s capacity.
• Consume the prasad offered to Lord Vishnu to break the fast.
• Refrain from consuming tamasic (impure) foods, ensuring the fast is concluded with sattvic (pure) offerings.

By following these rituals, devotees can achieve the full spiritual benefits of Amalaki Ekadashi and receive divine blessings from Lord Vishnu.

(Disclaimer: The information provided is based on traditional beliefs and religious texts. News9 Live does not independently verify the religious significance of these rituals.)