Updated 17 May 2020 at 22:30 IST
The Ekadashi of every month is considered important as Bhagwat Geeta cites the importance of fasting on this auspicious day. The name Apara Ekadashi means that it brings unlimited blessings to the people who fast on this day. It is believed that if people fast on this day, the devotees are absolved of grave sins. Apara Ekadashi is being observed on May 18 this year. It is observed on the 11th day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. People observe fasting to please Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
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Published 17 May 2020 at 22:30 IST