Mokshada Ekadashi is observed during the Sukla Paksha in the month of Margashirsha. It is believed that observing upavasam on this day will help oneself in attaining Moksham.

This day is also observed as Gita Jayanti as Lord Krishna did Gita upadesam to Arjuna on this day. Hindus observe upavasam on this day and chant Bhagavad Gita. Vishwa Hindu Parishad in Cuttack organized Bhagavad Gita chanting event and Swamiji graced the last day of the event and provided his blessings. Swamiji was given traditional welcome at the event.