Apara Ekadashi fast, Apara Ekadasi Vrat, Apara Ekadashi Date, When is Apara Ekadashi in 2023?, Achala Ekadashi Date, Achala Ekadasi Fast, Achali Ekadashi Vrat, 15th May 2023
Ekadashi Fast is observed on the eleventh day of each lunar fortnight. Ekadashi Vrat is dedicated to God Vishnu. Ekadashi which is observed on dark fortnight of hindu lunar month of Jyeshta is known as Apara Ekadashi. According to south indian amavasyant calenders it falls in the month of Vaishakh. This year, Apara Ekadashi falls on Monday, 15th May 2023.
Apara Ekadashi is also called as Achala Ekadashi. Significance of Apara Ekadashi is mentioned in Brahmanda Purana. According to scriptures, Lord Srikrishna explained Yudhishtira about this Ekadashi. Devotees observe vrat on this day. Fasting on this day is highly beneficial for those, who are suffering from guilt of their sins. Also by observing Apara Ekadashi vrat one can attain Moksha (Ultimate salvation).
Also see How to Observe Ekadashi Vrat?