Parivartini Ekadashi marks Lord Vishnu's directional shift this week

According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Parivartini Ekadashi falls on the eleventh day of the bright fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada. The sacred tithi will commence on the night of September 21 at 8:01 a.m. and extend until 9:43 p.m. on September 22.

Following the Udaya Tithi principle, which determines religious observance based on the tithi prevailing at sunrise, devotees will observe the fast on Tuesday, September 22. This timing ensures that the majority of the day aligns with the auspicious tithi, allowing for proper completion of ritualistic practices.

Parivartini Ekadashi holds particular significance in Hindu tradition as it commemorates Lord Vishnu's change of direction during the monsoon season. Devotees believe this transition marks an important celestial shift affecting spiritual practices. The festival is observed through fasting, recitation of sacred texts, and elaborate puja ceremonies performed at temples and homes across the country.

Those undertaking the fast typically refrain from consuming grains and non-vegetarian food, adhering to traditional dietary restrictions. Evening prayers and devotional activities form the core of the celebration, with many devotees spending the day in meditation and spiritual contemplation.