Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: 24 या 25 जून, कब मनाई जाएगी निर्जला एकादशी? जानें पारण की तिथि – nirjala ekadashi 2026 know shubh muhurat tithi daan upay tvisg
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: In our religious texts, Nirjala Ekadashi is considered the most virtuous Ekadashi. As is clear from its name, Nirjala means without water. Devotees observing this fast do not even consume water throughout the day, hence it is considered one of the most difficult fasts.
It is believed that there are 24 Ekadashis in a year. If a person is not able to fast on all the Ekadashis of the whole year, but only Nirjala Ekadashi If one observes the fast with devotion, he gets the virtue equal to all the 24 Ekadashis. This is the reason why the special importance of this fast has been mentioned in the scriptures.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026 date (Nirjala Ekadashi 2026 Shubh Muhurat)
According to Drik Panchang, Ekadashi Tithi will start at 6:12 pm on June 24 and will continue till 8:09 pm on June 25. According to the Udayatithi, the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi will be observed on 25th June only.
The Parana of Nirjala Ekadashi will be from 5.25 am to 8.13 am on 26th June.
fasting method
On the day of Nirjala Ekadashi, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, take a resolution to fast while meditating on Lord Vishnu. Worship Lord Vishnu in the home temple, light a lamp and perform aarti. Those for whom it is possible should observe waterless fast. Those whose health does not permit it, can also fast by consuming water and fruits. The purity and devotion of the fast is most important.
importance of charity
Donation has special significance on this day. Donating water, food, fruits, clothes etc. brings immense virtue. You can donate to any needy person or temple. Donating water is considered extremely auspicious, especially during the summer season.
chanting mantra
On this day, chanting the mantra “Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay” with a Tulsi rosary gives special results.
Story related to Bhimsen (Bhimseni Ekadashi)
According to Mahabharata, Bhimsen was very fond of food and could not observe regular fasts. When all the Pandavas used to fast on Ekadashi, it was difficult for Bhimsen. Then he was advised to observe Nirjala Ekadashi fast only once in a year. Bhimsen observed this fast with full devotion and received the virtue of all the 24 Ekadashis. For this reason this Ekadashi is also called ‘Bhimseni Ekadashi’.
benefits of fasting
One gets the same virtue on all Ekadashis.
One receives special blessings from Lord Vishnu.
Sins are destroyed.
Mental and spiritual strength increases.
Thus, fasting on Nirjala Ekadashi is considered extremely fruitful. This fast observed with devotion, rules and devotion provides happiness, prosperity and peace in life.
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