Fri Jan 10 09:53:57 UTC 2025: ## Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025: Devotees to Observe Fast on January 10
**New Delhi, [Date of Publication]** – Vaikuntha Ekadashi, a significant Hindu festival, will be observed on January 10th, 2025, marking the first Ekadashi of the new year. This auspicious day, falling on the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the Paush month, is considered highly auspicious, with devotees undertaking a fast and worshipping Lord Vishnu (Sri Hari).
According to religious beliefs, Vaikuntha Ekadashi, also known as Paush Putra Ekadashi, is believed to open the gates of heaven, offering devotees the chance to attain salvation (moksha), fulfill their desires, and achieve a happy life. Astrologer Aneesh Vyas confirmed the date. The fast will be broken the following day, January 11th, between 7:15 AM and 8:21 AM.
The significance of Vaikuntha Ekadashi is rooted in a legend about King Vaikhanas, who, after a troubling dream about his father suffering in hell, sought guidance from a sage. The sage advised him to observe the Vaikuntha Ekadashi fast and dedicate its merit to his father. Upon doing so, the king’s father was freed from his suffering and even appeared to the king in a dream, having ascended to heaven.
While the belief in the “opening of the gates of heaven” is a matter of faith, the festival serves as a time for spiritual reflection and devotion. Devotees will engage in prayers and rituals dedicated to Lord Vishnu throughout the day.
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