Indira Ekadashi 2026 falls on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 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.
Fasting / Vrat
Indira Ekadashi
इंदिरा एकादशी
Tuesday, October 6, 2026Ashvina Masa
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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