Apara Ekadashi अपरा
Apara Ekadashi, in the dark fortnight of Jyeshtha, is said to grant boundless ('apara') merit, wealth and fame. Its observance is held to release the devotee from even grave sins.
- Lunar month
- Jyeshtha
- Paksha
- Krishna (waning)
- Deity
- Vishnu
Significance
Apara Ekadashi, in the dark fortnight of Jyeshtha, is said to grant boundless ('apara') merit, wealth and fame. Its observance is held to release the devotee from even grave sins.
How the fast is kept
Apara Ekadashi is observed like every Ekadashi - a fast (vrat) sacred to Vishnu, avoiding grains, rice, lentils and beans from sunrise until it is broken the next morning on Dwadashi, within the paran window. Observers keep it as nirjala (without water), phalahar (fruit and non-grain foods) or a single satvik meal, according to their health and devotion. See the full Ekadashi guide for the complete rules and the list of all the Ekadashis.
Frequently asked questions
What is Apara Ekadashi?
Apara Ekadashi, in the dark fortnight of Jyeshtha, is said to grant boundless ('apara') merit, wealth and fame. Its observance is held to release the devotee from even grave sins.
Which month and paksha does Apara Ekadashi fall in?
Apara Ekadashi falls in Jyeshtha, in the Krishna Paksha (the waning fortnight).
When is the next Apara Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH?
The next Apara Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH is on 30 June 2027.
How is Apara Ekadashi observed?
Like every Ekadashi, it is kept as a fast (vrat) sacred to Vishnu - avoiding grains, rice and beans - with worship, chanting and charity, and the fast broken the next morning (Dwadashi) during the paran window. See the full Ekadashi guide for the fasting rules.
Last updated 26 July 2026