In one common version of the tale, Madhusudhan sets out to find a lost cow. During his journey, he encounters three men sitting under a large Banyan tree who are actually the Trinity in disguise.

After sunset, eat the Naivedya as Prasad. Do not consume non-vegetarian food or garlic/onion on Vratha days.

The Vratha Katha is most popularly associated with , a righteous ruler who faced a sudden fall from grace.