Fasting / Vrat

Indira Ekadashi

इंदिरा एकादशी

Wednesday, September 17, 2025Ashvina Masa

Indira Ekadashi 2025 falls on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, during Krishna Paksha of Ashvina month. Specifically observed for liberating departed ancestors. Falls during Pitru Paksha, making it doubly powerful for ancestral rites. Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day dedicated to Lord Vishnu — fasting on this day purifies the body and soul.

Significance

Observing Indira Ekadashi is one of the 24 sacred Ekadashi vrats prescribed in Hindu scriptures. Each Ekadashi carries unique spiritual benefits. Devotees fast from grains and beans, worship Lord Vishnu, and break the fast on the following Dwadashi tithi.

Rituals & Traditions

  • Observing fast from sunrise to next day sunrise (nirjala or phalahar)
  • Worshipping Lord Vishnu with tulsi leaves, flowers, and incense
  • Reciting Vishnu Sahasranama and Ekadashi Vrat Katha
  • Staying awake through the night (jagaran) with bhajans and meditation
  • Breaking the fast during Dwadashi tithi the next morning

Panchang Details

Tithi

Krishna Ekadashi

Masa

Ashvina

Paksha

Krishna

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