Ekadashi comes twice every month. One in Krishna Paksha and the other in Shukla Paksha. Ekadashi date is dedicated to God, the sustainer of the world.
Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Paush month is known as Putrada Ekadashi, this year Paush Putrada Ekadashi is today, Sunday, 21st January.
During Ekadashi fast, there is a tradition to worship Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. By observing Ekadashi fast, all the wishes of a person are fulfilled.
If you are observing Putrada Ekadashi fast, what things can be consumed during Ekadashi fast.
During Putrada Ekadashi fast, you can consume potatoes, buckwheat dumplings, sweet potatoes, sago and rock salt. You can also eat fruits like sugar, almonds and milk.
On the day of Ekadashi, one should not eat radish, brinjal, lentils, garlic and onion even by mistake.
On Dwadashi Tithi, first of all, after taking bath, worship Lord Vishnu as per the rituals, feed food to Brahmins, give donations and then break the fast by drinking water.
Putrada Ekadashi fast can be broken on Monday, January 22, between 07:13 AM to 09:21 AM.
On the day of Paran, take bath in the morning and worship Shri Hari and Goddess Lakshmi methodically and then break the fast with fruits.