The most auspicious and prominent Ekadashi of the year is going to be observed in the month of June. The day dedicated to Lord Vishnu and this day is regarded as one of the most sacred day in Hinduism. On this auspicious day, people offer their prayers, observe fast, and seek blessings of Lord Vishnu. According to Hindu panchang, Nirjala Ekadashi will be celebrated on the eleventh day (Ekadashi Tithi) of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. It is going to be observed on June 25 in the year 2026.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026 : Date and Time
Ekadashi Tithi Begins – June 24, 2026 – 06:12 PMEkadashi Tithi Ends – June 25, 2026 – 08:09 PMParana Time – June 26, 2026 – 05:25 AM to 08:13 AMParana Day Dwadashi End Moment – June 26, 2026 – 10:22 PM
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: Significance
Nirjala Ekadashi holds an immense religious and spiritual importance in Hindu religion. The day is purely devoted to Lord Vishnu. This is one of the most prominent Ekadashi’s, which is going to take place during Jyeshtha month. Nirjala Vrat means observing fast without consuming food and water. On Dwadashi Tithi, devotees can drink water after breaking their fast. One of the strictest and most revered fasts is Nirjala Ekadashi. Many devotees offer prayers to Lord Vishnu and observe this fast with a great deal of devotion and dedication.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: Puja Rituals
1. Devotees get up early in the morning and start puja rituals after cleansing.2. Take a wooden plank and place an idol of Lord Vishnu.3. Light a diya with desi ghee, put chandan tilak, offer flowers and homemade sweets.4. Devotees must offer Tulsi Patra to Lord Vishnu.5. Spend their day chanting this Maha Mantra – “Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaye”6. Break their fast next day on Dwadashi Tithi during Parana time and consume water and food.
Lord Vishnu Mantra:
1. Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari, Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva..!!2. Achyutam Keshvam Krishna Damodaram, Ram Narayanam Janaki Vallabham..!!3. Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare..!!
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: FAQ’s
- When is Nirjala Ekadashi 2026?
Nirjala Ekadashi fast is going to be observed on June 25, 2026. - What is the meaning of Nirjala Vrat?
Nirjala Vrat means to observe fast without drinking water and without food for 24 hours. - How to celebrate Nirjala Ekadashi?
Devotees must visit Lord Vishnu temples, offer prayers, donate food and clothes to the needy people and Brahmins.
