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Bhima Ekadashi
What is? : Bhima Ekadashi is also known the Nirjala Ekadashi. Nirjala means without water and Nirjala Ekadashi fasting is observed without water. It is believed that observing it is equal to going on p
Also called : Pandava Ekadashi, Nirjala Ekadashi, Bhimaseni Ekadashi.
When is? : On the 11th day of bright fortnight of Magha, in May/June.
Frequency : Annual
Observed by : Observed by Hindus.
Where it is celebrated / observed? : It is celebrated in Orissa.
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About : It is considered as the most strict and hence, most sacred of all Ekadashis. This fast is extremely difficult to follow as it falls in the hot Indian summer. The 24 hours long fast begins from sunrise on Nirjala Ekadashi to sunrise the next day. People fast and offer puja to Lord Vishnu on this day.
Country : INDIA
