Shattila Ekadashi । Safer Internet day

Magh Krishna Paksha  Shattila Ekadashi
Magh Krishna Paksha Ekadashi is Shattila Ekadashi. Shat means six and Tila means sesame seeds, these two words together have been called for this Ekadashi. According to which sesame is used in divine bathing, sesame is coated, sesame is burnt in hawan, sesame is offered as Pinda and Tarpan, sesame is eaten and sesame is donated.

There is a religious belief that those who observe the Brat of Shattila Ekadashi will stay in heaven for as many years as they use sesame seeds during the Brat. Similarly, like other Ekadashi brats, it is believed that all the sins will be destroyed by observing the brat of Shattila Ekadashi. Shattila is called Shattila because sesame is used in six different ways during Ekadashi Brat.


Importance of sesame in shattila Ekadashi
Sesame is considered sacred in Sanatan civilization; it is considered important both religiously and spiritually. Sesame donation is considered very important in this Ekadashi. It is very important to donate sesame seeds and take the name of Lord Vishnu on this day.

It is also customary to cook sesame mixed khichdi and offer it to Bishnu during Shattila Ekadashi. Also, at night, sesame seeds are taken in hand and chanted 108 times om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya Swahu. Similarly, if there is a lack of materials to be offered to Bishnu, worship is also done by offering one hundred grains of supari (Betel Nut). There is a religious belief that physical purity and health can be obtained from the brat of Shattila Ekadashi.

It is described in Ekadashi Mahatmeya that one should worship Lord Vishnu on this day without any salt, oil, or other grains, visit the temples and purify one's mind.

May God's mercy be upon all. This Ekadashi should be used for the purification of both body and mind. Good luck.

Safer Internet Day 2024


Welcome to Safer Internet Day 2024. Safer Internet Day 2024 will take place on the 6th of February 2023, with celebrations and learning based around the theme: Inspiring change? Making a difference, managing influence and navigating change online”.

Today's world is in dire need of a secure Internet as the world community buys and sells goods and services full-time on the Internet, studies are taught through the Internet, and tea shop gossip is spread to Facebook groups and zooms.

A parallel world runs over the net and the safety of the internet is very crucial.
The 21st edition of Safer Internet Day is being celebrated on February 6, 2024. Safer Internet Day is celebrated every year to promote the safe and positive use of digital technology for children and youth and to promote national dialogue in this regard.

Safe Internet Day is celebrated in more than 170 countries around the world, jointly organized by Insafe / Inhope in collaboration with the European Commission and national secure internet centers across Europe.

Safer Internet in Nepal
Since 2019, ChildSafeNet has been responsible for organizing and promoting Safe Internet Day in Nepal.

ChildSafeNet is a specialized organization dedicated to promoting secure internet for children and youth in Nepal. Since 2019, ChildSafeNet has coordinated and organized various programs for the Safer Internet Day celebration in Nepal. For more information, visit https://www.childsafenet.org

Although the main event of Safer Internet Day 2024 will be on February 6, 2024, the related activities are conducted throughout the year.
This year, Safer internet day hopes to answer the following questions:
-What issues really matter to children and young people?
-What changes do they want to see?
-How can we all work together to advocate for them moving forward?

With your help, Safer Internet Day 2024 can be a springboard for conversations that shape how we talk about and respond to online issues, not just for one day, but throughout the whole year.

-Suyog Dhakal