Sun Oct 13 06:54:59 UTC 2024: ## Papankusha Ekadashi 2024: Vrat Dates, Muhurat, and Puja Vidhi

**New Delhi, October 12, 2024** – The auspicious Papankusha Ekadashi, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, will be observed on **October 14, 2024**, according to the Hindu calendar. This significant fast is believed to bring prosperity, good fortune, and absolution from unintentional misdeeds.

**Vrat Dates & Muhurat:**

* The Ekadashi tithi begins on October 13th at 9:08 AM and ends on October 14th at 6:41 AM.
* The Papankusha Ekadashi vrat will be observed on October 14th, based on the ‘udaya tithi’.
* However, due to the short duration of the tithi, devotees can also fast on October 13th.
* The **Ravi Yoga** will be from 6:21 AM on October 14th to 2:51 AM on October 15th.
* The **Abhijit Muhurat** is on October 13th from 11:44 AM to 12:30 PM.

**Parana Timing:**

* The **Parana (breaking the fast)** time on October 14th is between 1:17 PM to 3:35 PM.
* The **Parana** time on October 15th is between 6:23 AM to 8:41 AM.

**Puja Vidhi:**

* Wake up before sunrise on Ekadashi day.
* Take a bath and wear clean clothes.
* Offer Lord Vishnu a ‘Panchamrit’ abhishekam (a mixture of milk, yogurt, ghee, sugar, and honey).
* Worship with flowers, garlands, yellow sandalwood, akshata, and Tulsi leaves.
* Light a ghee lamp and incense.
* Recite Vishnu mantras, chalisa, and the Papankusha Ekadashi vrat katha.
* Perform the aarti.
* Observe the fast throughout the day and perform evening worship.
* Break the fast on the following day, Dwadashi.

**Disclaimer:** The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered definitive. Please consult with a qualified expert before making any decisions based on this information.

This news article summarizes the key information regarding the Papankusha Ekadashi, including the dates, muhurat, puja vidhi, and parana timing. It also includes a disclaimer to emphasize the importance of consulting with an expert before making any decisions based on the information provided.

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