Exact Date and Time Example
New Delhi, India
Apara Ekadashi 2026: Ekadashi starts after sunrise on May 12, so the New Delhi fast is May 13.
| May 12 sunrise | About 5:32 AM IST |
|---|---|
| Ekadashi begins | May 12, 2026 at 2:52 PM IST |
| May 13 sunrise | Ekadashi is still active |
| Observed fast date | May 13, 2026 |
Important: This is one of the most common reasons a tithi date and a fasting date appear one day apart.
After-sunrise starts usually wait for the next sunrise
When the local sunrise has already happened before Ekadashi starts, the sunrise tithi for that day is still Dashami.
If Ekadashi continues through the next sunrise, that next civil date carries the Ekadashi observance.
If the tithi is very short or creates a ksaya-style edge case, tradition-specific rules may be needed.
Caveats That Change the Answer
City Caveat
A tithi that starts after sunrise in New Delhi might start before sunrise somewhere else. That is why city-specific calendars matter.
Tradition Caveat
Vaishnava calendars may also check arunodaya and Dwadashi Parana before confirming the final date.
FAQ
Do I ignore Ekadashi after it starts in the afternoon?
No. You can use that time for preparation and worship, but the formal fast date usually follows the sunrise-based calendar date.
Can the fast ever be on the same day if tithi starts after sunrise?
For ordinary Ekadashi date selection, usually no. Special cases should be checked against the local panchang and tradition rules.