Answer

After doing Upavas, the next day you should break the fast gently and respectfully, usually after doing morning religious activities.

This is commonly called Parna.

How to Break Upavas

• Wake up early and do Navkar Mantra, Pratikraman, or other prayer as per your practice.
• Break the fast at the proper time followed in your Jain tradition or family custom.
• Start with something light and simple.
• Avoid overeating immediately after Upavas.
• Eat slowly, with awareness and gratitude.

What to Eat

Commonly, people break Upavas with light food such as:

• Boiled water
• Simple Jain food
• Light grains or soft food, depending on your health and tradition

Avoid heavy, oily, spicy, or excessive food immediately after fasting.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, Upavas is not only about not eating. It is a practice of sanyam — self-control. So Parna should also be done with discipline, humility, and moderation.

Takeaway

Break Upavas calmly, with prayer, light food, and self-control. Follow your family, Guru, or local Jain tradition for the exact Parna timing and method.