{"id":390,"date":"2026-03-12T04:52:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T04:52:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/?p=390"},"modified":"2026-03-12T04:52:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T04:52:26","slug":"ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/","title":{"rendered":"Ekadashi 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ekadashi in 2026 brings 24 sacred fasting days dedicated to Lord Vishnu, each with its own name, story, and spiritual benefits for devotees across India. This guide covers Ekadashi 2026 dates, timings, popular vrat katha in English and Hindi, and the deeper meaning and importance of observing this fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#What_Is_Ekadashi_and_Why_It_Is_Observed\" >What Is Ekadashi and Why It Is Observed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Ekadashi_2026_Dates_and_Names_India_IST\" >Ekadashi 2026: Dates and Names (India, IST)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Major_Ekadashi_Dates_2026_New_Delhi_India_%E2%80%93_IST\" >Major Ekadashi Dates 2026 (New Delhi, India \u2013 IST)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Ekadashi_Timings_in_2026_Tithi_Vrat_Parana\" >Ekadashi Timings in 2026: Tithi, Vrat &amp; Parana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Tithi_Start_and_End\" >Tithi Start and End<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Parana_Breaking_the_Fast\" >Parana (Breaking the Fast)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Ekadashi_Vrat_Katha_Story_%E2%80%93_Brief_in_English\" >Ekadashi Vrat Katha (Story) \u2013 Brief in English<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Origin%E2%80%91Type_Story_of_Ekadashi_General\" >Origin\u2011Type Story of Ekadashi (General)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Aja_Ekadashi_Katha_Example_English_Summary\" >Aja Ekadashi Katha (Example, English Summary)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Ekadashi_Vrat_Katha_%E2%80%93_Hindi_Mein_Sankshipt_Roop\" >Ekadashi Vrat Katha \u2013 Hindi Mein Sankshipt Roop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Samanya_Ekadashi_Ki_Katha_Sankshipt\" >Samanya Ekadashi Ki Katha (Sankshipt)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Aja_Ekadashi_Katha_Sankshipt_Hindi\" >Aja Ekadashi Katha (Sankshipt, Hindi)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Types_of_Ekadashi_and_Their_Special_Importance\" >Types of Ekadashi and Their Special Importance<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#1_Nirjala_Ekadashi_June_25_2026\" >1. Nirjala Ekadashi (June 25, 2026)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#2_Devshayani_Ashadhi_Ekadashi_July_25_2026\" >2. Devshayani (Ashadhi) Ekadashi (July 25, 2026)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#3_Devutthana_Prabodhini_Ekadashi_November_20_2026\" >3. Devutthana \/ Prabodhini Ekadashi (November 20, 2026)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#4_Vaikuntha_Mokshada_Ekadashi_December_20_2026\" >4. Vaikuntha \/ Mokshada Ekadashi (December 20, 2026)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#How_to_Observe_Ekadashi_Vrat_in_2026_General_Guidelines\" >How to Observe Ekadashi Vrat in 2026 (General Guidelines)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Spiritual_Meaning_and_Benefits_of_Ekadashi\" >Spiritual Meaning and Benefits of Ekadashi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Important_Location%E2%80%91Based_Timings_Sampradaya_Differences\" >Important: Location\u2011Based Timings &amp; Sampradaya Differences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/blog\/ekadashi-2026-dates-timings-katha-meaning\/#Quick_Reference_Ekadashi_2026_%E2%80%93_Dates_Katha_Meaning_Importance\" >Quick Reference: Ekadashi 2026 \u2013 Dates, Katha, Meaning &amp; Importance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-ekadashi-and-why-it-is-observed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Ekadashi_and_Why_It_Is_Observed\"><\/span>What Is Ekadashi and Why It Is Observed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ekadashi is the 11th tithi (lunar day) of each fortnight in the Hindu lunar calendar and is traditionally dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe fasting, extra japa and puja on Ekadashi to purify the mind and senses, seek forgiveness for past wrongs, and move closer to liberation (moksha).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key points:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Occurs twice every lunar month: once in Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) and once in Krishna Paksha (waning phase).<a href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total of about\u00a0<strong>24 Ekadashis in a year<\/strong>, sometimes 26 when adhik maas (leap month) comes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each Ekadashi has a specific name (e.g., Shattila, Nirjala, Devshayani, Vaikuntha\/Mokshada) and specific phal (spiritual fruit) described in the Puranas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ekadashi-2026-dates-and-names-india-ist\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ekadashi_2026_Dates_and_Names_India_IST\"><\/span>Ekadashi 2026: Dates and Names (India, IST)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different panchang sites publish detailed Ekadashi calendars for 2026, with tithi start\/end and parana timings for various cities. Below is a&nbsp;<strong>user\u2011friendly list of key Ekadashi dates for 2026 for New Delhi, India (IST)<\/strong>&nbsp;based on consolidated panchang data; devotees should still confirm with their local panchang or temple for exact timings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"table-1--major-ekadashi-dates-2026-new-delhi-india\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Ekadashi_Dates_2026_New_Delhi_India_%E2%80%93_IST\"><\/span>Major Ekadashi Dates 2026 (New Delhi, India \u2013 IST)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Month 2026<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Ekadashi (Popular Name)<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Day &amp; Date (IST)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>January<\/td><td>Shattila Ekadashi<\/td><td>Wed, 14 January 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/panchang.astrosage.com\/festival\/ekadashi?language=en\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Jaya \/ Bhami Ekadashi<\/td><td>Thu, 29 January 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/panchang.astrosage.com\/festival\/ekadashi?language=en\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>February<\/td><td>Vijaya Ekadashi<\/td><td>Fri, 13 February 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Amalaki Ekadashi<\/td><td>Fri, 27 February 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March<\/td><td>Papamochani Ekadashi<\/td><td>Sun, 15 March 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Kamada Ekadashi<\/td><td>Sun, 29 March 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/panchang.astrosage.com\/festival\/ekadashi?language=en\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>April<\/td><td>Varuthini Ekadashi<\/td><td>Mon, 13 April 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/panchang.astrosage.com\/festival\/ekadashi?language=en\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Mohini Ekadashi<\/td><td>Mon, 27 April 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/panchang.astrosage.com\/festival\/ekadashi?language=en\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>May<\/td><td>Apara Ekadashi<\/td><td>Tue, 12 May 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drikpanchang.com\/vrats\/ekadashidates.html\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Nirjala Ekadashi<\/td><td>Thu, 25 June 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>June<\/td><td>Nirjala Ekadashi<\/td><td>Thu, 25 June 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>July<\/td><td>Devshayani (Ashadhi) Ekadashi<\/td><td>Sat, 25 July 2026<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\"><\/a>\u200b<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>November<\/td><td>Devutthana\/Prabodhini Ekadashi<\/td><td>Fri, 20 November 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>December<\/td><td>Vaikuntha\/Mokshada Ekadashi<\/td><td>Sun, 20 December 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: The above table focuses on major and widely referenced Ekadashis; full month\u2011wise lists with all 24+ Ekadashis for 2026 are provided by detailed panchang resources like Drik Panchang, AstroSage and temple calendars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ekadashi-timings-in-2026-tithi-vrat--parana\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ekadashi_Timings_in_2026_Tithi_Vrat_Parana\"><\/span>Ekadashi Timings in 2026: Tithi, Vrat &amp; Parana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tithi-start-and-end\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tithi_Start_and_End\"><\/span>Tithi Start and End<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ekadashi fasting is decided by&nbsp;<strong>Ekadashi tithi presence during local sunrise<\/strong>, and timings differ slightly by location. For example, detailed timing for&nbsp;<strong>Vijaya Ekadashi 2026 (New Delhi)<\/strong>&nbsp;is published as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ekadashi tithi begins: 12:22 PM on 12 February 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ekadashi tithi ends: 2:25 PM on 13 February 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast is observed on Friday, 13 February 2026 (as per sunrise\u2011based rules).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similar detailed begin\/end timings and parana windows are provided for each Ekadashi on specialist timing sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"parana-breaking-the-fast\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parana_Breaking_the_Fast\"><\/span>Parana (Breaking the Fast)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parana is the&nbsp;<strong>auspicious time to break the Ekadashi fast<\/strong>, usually on the next day (Dwadashi), after sunrise and after the end of Hari Vasara (first quarter of Dwadashi tithi).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example (Vijaya Ekadashi 2026, New Delhi):<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/vijaya-ekadashi-date-and-significance\/\"><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parana time: 8:25 AM to 9:14 AM on 14 February 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hari Vasara end time: approx. 8:25 AM on 14 February 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>General guidelines:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check your\u00a0<strong>local city timings<\/strong>\u00a0from a reliable online panchang or local temple notice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not break fast before the recommended parana window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid delaying parana beyond Dwadashi tithi, unless following a specific sampradaya rule.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ekadashi-vrat-katha-story--brief-in-english\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ekadashi_Vrat_Katha_Story_%E2%80%93_Brief_in_English\"><\/span>Ekadashi Vrat Katha (Story) \u2013 Brief in English<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different Ekadashis have different vrat kathas (narratives) from the Puranas, but they share a common theme:&nbsp;<strong>devotion to Lord Vishnu, liberation from sins, and spiritual upliftment.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"origintype-story-of-ekadashi-general\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origin%E2%80%91Type_Story_of_Ekadashi_General\"><\/span>Origin\u2011Type Story of Ekadashi (General)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some traditional tellings narrate that a fierce demon named Mura troubled the gods, and Lord Vishnu fought him for a long time. Exhausted, Vishnu rested in a cave in Badarikashram, and from His eleven senses (ekadasha indriya) emerged a radiant maiden, Ekadashi Devi.<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sksst.org\/ekadashi\"><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She defeated the demon Mura and requested a boon from Vishnu:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>That those who observe\u00a0<strong>fast and control their senses on the Ekadashi tithi<\/strong>\u00a0in her honour and His devotion should be freed from sins and attain spiritual progress.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sksst.org\/ekadashi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vishnu agreed, making Ekadashi the most important fasting day dedicated to Him.<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sksst.org\/ekadashi\"><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aja-ekadashi-katha-example-english-summary\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aja_Ekadashi_Katha_Example_English_Summary\"><\/span>Aja Ekadashi Katha (Example, English Summary)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WorldAuthors\u2019 Ekadashi collection recounts how King Harishchandra, known for his truthfulness, lost his kingdom and family due to a series of tests and was plunged into suffering. The sage Gautama advised him to observe&nbsp;<strong>Aja Ekadashi vrat<\/strong>&nbsp;with full devotion, worship Lord Vishnu, and listen to the katha with faith.<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.worldauthors.org\/ekadashi-vrat-katha-english-hindi\/\"><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The king followed the instructions, fasted diligently, and heard the Aja Ekadashi story.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By the power of this vrat, his sins were destroyed, his misfortunes ended, and he regained his kingdom and happiness.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldauthors.org\/ekadashi-vrat-katha-english-hindi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the end of his life, he attained salvation and reached Vaikuntha (Vishnu\u2019s abode).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldauthors.org\/ekadashi-vrat-katha-english-hindi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This katha illustrates that&nbsp;<strong>sincere Ekadashi fasting and remembrance of God can transform even hopeless situations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ekadashi-vrat-katha--hindi-mein-sankshipt-roop\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ekadashi_Vrat_Katha_%E2%80%93_Hindi_Mein_Sankshipt_Roop\"><\/span>Ekadashi Vrat Katha \u2013 Hindi Mein Sankshipt Roop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bahut si paramparik pothiyon aur websites par Ekadashi ki vrat kathayein Hindi mein milti hain, jinmein Vishnu bhakti aur paap\u2011mukti ka sandesh diya gaya hai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"samanya-ekadashi-ki-katha-sankshipt\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Samanya_Ekadashi_Ki_Katha_Sankshipt\"><\/span>Samanya Ekadashi Ki Katha (Sankshipt)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ek var Lord Vishnu ne asur Mura ko samapt karne ke liye yuddh kiya, lekin dirgh samay tak yuddh ke baad ve thak gaye aur Badarikashram mein ek guha mein vishram karne lage. Unhi ke ekadash indriyon se ek divya kanya ka janm hua, jise&nbsp;<strong>Ekadashi Devi<\/strong>&nbsp;kaha gaya.<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sksst.org\/ekadashi\"><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mura asur ne guha mein pravesh kar Vishnu ji par hamla karna chaha, lekin Ekadashi Devi ne uska vadh kar diya.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vishnu ji ne prasann hokar kaha ki jo bhi shraddha se\u00a0<strong>Ekadashi tithi par upvas karega<\/strong>, apni indriyon ko niyantrit rakhega aur bhakti karega, uske paap nasht ho jayenge aur use unka vishesh kripa\u2011prasad milega.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sksst.org\/ekadashi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is prakar Ekadashi ka vrat Sanatan parampara mein bahut mahatvapurn mana gaya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aja-ekadashi-katha-sankshipt-hindi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aja_Ekadashi_Katha_Sankshipt_Hindi\"><\/span>Aja Ekadashi Katha (Sankshipt, Hindi)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aja Ekadashi ki katha mein Raja Harishchandra ki kahani aati hai jo satyavadi hone ke karan kathin parikshon se guzar rahe the. Unka rajya, parivar sab chhin gaya tha aur ve shav\u2011ghar mein naukari karne ko majboor the.<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.worldauthors.org\/ekadashi-vrat-katha-english-hindi\/\"><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ek din Goutam Rishi unke paas aaye aur unki dasha dekhkar unhe\u00a0<strong>Aja Ekadashi ka vrat<\/strong>\u00a0rakhne aur bhakti se katha sunne ki salah di.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raja ne sacche man se vrat kiya, bhagwan Vishnu ki upasana ki aur katha suni.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldauthors.org\/ekadashi-vrat-katha-english-hindi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vrat ke prabhav se unke saare paap dur ho gaye, unko rajya, patni\u2011putra sab wapas mil gaye aur ant mein unhe moksha prapt hua.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldauthors.org\/ekadashi-vrat-katha-english-hindi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"types-of-ekadashi-and-their-special-importance\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Ekadashi_and_Their_Special_Importance\"><\/span>Types of Ekadashi and Their Special Importance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ekadashi vrat calendar for 2026 highlights some Ekadashis as especially significant for certain blessings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-nirjala-ekadashi-june-25-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Nirjala_Ekadashi_June_25_2026\"><\/span>1. Nirjala Ekadashi (June 25, 2026)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Known as the\u00a0<strong>most austere Ekadashi<\/strong>, where many devotees observe fast without food and water (nir\u2011jala).<a href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is believed to give the\u00a0<strong>combined merit of all Ekadashis<\/strong>\u00a0of the year if observed properly.<a href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-devshayani-ashadhi-ekadashi-july-25-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Devshayani_Ashadhi_Ekadashi_July_25_2026\"><\/span>2. Devshayani (Ashadhi) Ekadashi (July 25, 2026)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Marks the start of\u00a0<strong>Chaturmas<\/strong>, the four holy months when Lord Vishnu is believed to enter a cosmic rest (yoga\u2011nidra).<a href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important for starting long\u2011term vows and vrats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-devutthana--prabodhini-ekadashi-november-20-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Devutthana_Prabodhini_Ekadashi_November_20_2026\"><\/span>3. Devutthana \/ Prabodhini Ekadashi (November 20, 2026)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Marks the\u00a0<strong>waking of Lord Vishnu<\/strong>\u00a0from yoga\u2011nidra after Chaturmas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Considered very auspicious for marriages and new beginnings in many regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-vaikuntha--mokshada-ekadashi-december-20-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Vaikuntha_Mokshada_Ekadashi_December_20_2026\"><\/span>4. Vaikuntha \/ Mokshada Ekadashi (December 20, 2026)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Associated with\u00a0<strong>Vaikuntha Dwar<\/strong>\u00a0opening in many Vaishnava temples and the story of liberation from hell.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observed with night\u2011long bhajans and special darshan in South Indian temples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-observe-ekadashi-vrat-in-2026-general-guide\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Observe_Ekadashi_Vrat_in_2026_General_Guidelines\"><\/span>How to Observe Ekadashi Vrat in 2026 (General Guidelines)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Panchang and dharmic articles outline common steps for Ekadashi fasting. Always follow your family guru or sampradaya rules if they differ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Basic steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sankalp (Vow):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On Dashami evening, take a simple vow to observe Ekadashi fast and remember Lord Vishnu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Diet Rules:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid grains, cereals and certain pulses on Ekadashi day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many devotees eat only fruits, milk and \u201cphalahar\u201d items; some observe nirjala (no water) on special Ekadashis like Nirjala Ekadashi.<a href=\"https:\/\/amitray.com\/ekadashi-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Puja &amp; Mantra:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean the puja place early morning, light a diya, offer water, flowers and fruits to Vishnu and Lakshmi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chant Vishnu mantras, read Vishnu Sahasranama or Ekadashi kathas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Charity and Seva:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Donate food, clothes or money to those in need. Many devotees support temple seva or annadan on Ekadashi.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parana (Fast Breaking):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Next day (Dwadashi), break fast in the recommended parana window after offering naivedya to the Lord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"spiritual-meaning-and-benefits-of-ekadashi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiritual_Meaning_and_Benefits_of_Ekadashi\"><\/span>Spiritual Meaning and Benefits of Ekadashi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional sources explain the&nbsp;<strong>inner meaning<\/strong>&nbsp;of Ekadashi as controlling the&nbsp;<strong>eleven senses<\/strong>&nbsp;(ekadash indriya \u2013 five jnanendriya, five karmendriya, and mind) and turning them towards God.<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sksst.org\/ekadashi\"><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Benefits mentioned across kathas and dharmic texts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Paap\u2011mukti (freedom from sins):<\/strong>\u00a0Sincere Ekadashi vrat is said to erase past negative karma.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chitta\u2011shuddhi (purity of mind):<\/strong>\u00a0Fasting and japa reduce tamasic tendencies and increase sattva.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bhakti\u2011vriddhi (growth of devotion):<\/strong>\u00a0Extra time is spent in remembering Vishnu, reading kathas and chanting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health &amp; discipline:<\/strong>\u00a0Light diet and fasting can aid physical cleansing, though health conditions must be respected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From a modern perspective, Ekadashi also functions as a&nbsp;<strong>monthly reset for body, mind and routine<\/strong>, giving devotees a structured way to pause, reflect and realign with spiritual priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"important-locationbased-timings--sampradaya-differ\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Location%E2%80%91Based_Timings_Sampradaya_Differences\"><\/span>Important: Location\u2011Based Timings &amp; Sampradaya Differences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ekadashi dates and parana timings\u00a0<strong>vary by city and country<\/strong>\u00a0because they are based on local sunrise and tithi calculations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ISKCON and certain Vaishnava sampradayas follow\u00a0<strong>Vaishnava Ekadashi<\/strong>, which may shift a day from the standard smartha dates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Always:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check\u00a0<strong>local panchang<\/strong>\u00a0(printed or online) or your temple\u2019s Ekadashi calendar for your city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For New Delhi, resources like Drik Panchang, AstroSage and temple websites give specific Ekadashi 2026 tithi and parana timings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quick-reference-ekadashi-2026--dates-katha-meaning\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Reference_Ekadashi_2026_%E2%80%93_Dates_Katha_Meaning_Importance\"><\/span>Quick Reference: Ekadashi 2026 \u2013 Dates, Katha, Meaning &amp; Importance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ekadashi is the\u00a0<strong>11th lunar day<\/strong>, observed twice each month, dedicated to Lord Vishnu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2026 has around\u00a0<strong>24 Ekadashi fasts<\/strong>, with major ones including Nirjala, Devshayani, Prabodhini and Vaikuntha Ekadashi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detailed 2026 Ekadashi dates and timings for New Delhi and other locations are published by Drik Panchang, AstroSage and Ekadashi\u2011focused calendar sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ekadashi vrat kathas (like the story of Ekadashi Devi and of King Harishchandra and Aja Ekadashi) are available in\u00a0<strong>English and Hindi<\/strong>\u00a0and are traditionally read or heard on the fasting day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observing Ekadashi with faith, proper timings and sincere prayer is believed to bring\u00a0<strong>inner purification, blessings, and spiritual progress<\/strong>\u00a0towards Vishnu\u2019s grace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You may also like<\/strong>&nbsp;:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/domestic-tours.html\">Domestic Tour Pacakages<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/international-tours.html\">International Tour Pacakages<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/kerala-tour.html\">Kerela Tour<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/andaman-tour-4n-5d.html\">Andman Tour<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/delhi-shimla-manali-tour-6n-7d.html\">Delhi Shimla Tour<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/ooty-mysore-coorg-tour-5n-6d.html\"><strong>Seasonal Tour, Ooty Mysore Coorg Tour 5 Nights \/ 6 Days<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/\">Travel Agent in Agra<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/\">Best Travel Agent in Agra<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueroads.in\/\">Tour Planner in Agra<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Follow Us On<\/strong>&nbsp;:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BlueRoads\/\">Facebook<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/BlueRoadsOfficial\">Instagram<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ekadashi in 2026 brings 24 sacred fasting days dedicated to Lord Vishnu, each with its own name, story, and spiritual benefits for devotees across India. This guide covers Ekadashi 2026 dates, timings, popular vrat katha in English and Hindi, and the deeper meaning and importance of observing this fast. 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