Ekadashi 2034 · Krishna paksha · Ashadha
Parama Ekadashi 2034
Wednesday, 12 July 2034
Tithi begins: Tue 11 Jul, 1:41 PM IST
Tithi ends: Wed 12 Jul, 10:54 AM IST
Parana (break the fast): Thu 13 Jul, 5:32 AM to 7:59 AM IST
About Parama Ekadashi
The second of the two Ekadashis that appear only in an Adhika month. Tradition recommends charity, especially of food, and simple living on this day.
How it is observed
- Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common.
- Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
- The fast is broken the next morning (Parana) within the Parana window, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
- If you cannot fast fully, a simple fruit-and-milk day or a sincere partial fast is widely accepted. Elders, children, the unwell and pregnant women are traditionally excused from strict fasting.
Traditional observance and faith, not a guarantee or advice. Follow your own family or temple custom where it differs.
More Ekadashi dates
Computed from NASA JPL DE421 Sun and Moon positions, Delhi sunrise. Other cities can differ by a day; confirm with your local temple or priest.
Frequently asked questions
When is Parama Ekadashi in 2034?
Parama Ekadashi 2034 falls on Wednesday, 12 July 2034. The Ekadashi tithi begins Tue 11 Jul, 1:41 PM IST and ends Wed 12 Jul, 10:54 AM IST.
What is the Parana time for Parama Ekadashi 2034?
Break the fast on Thursday, 13 July between 5:32 AM and 7:59 AM IST, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
What is Parama Ekadashi?
The second of the two Ekadashis that appear only in an Adhika month. Tradition recommends charity, especially of food, and simple living on this day.
Which month and paksha is Parama Ekadashi?
It falls in the Krishna paksha of Ashadha (an Adhika month) (Krishna paksha of Adhika masa (the extra month)).
What are the rules of the Ekadashi fast?
Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common. Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
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