Jain Devotees Turn To Digital Fasting During Paryushan

Some Jain devotees are trying a new kind of fast called E-Upvas.

Instead of only avoiding food, they also avoid phones and the internet.

This idea has been connected with the Jain festival of Paryushan.

In 2022, people in Madhya Pradesh observed a 24-hour digital fast.

Some even left their phones at a temple.

Paryushan encourages people to look inward and think about their actions.

It also emphasizes admitting mistakes and asking for forgiveness.

Digital fasting is seen as one way to reduce distractions and find inner peace.