Nirjala Ekadashi 2025 falls on Friday, June 6, 2025, during Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. The most austere Ekadashi — a strict waterless fast. A single Nirjala Ekadashi fast equals the merit of all 24 Ekadashis combined. Also called Bhimseni Ekadashi. Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day dedicated to Lord Vishnu — fasting on this day purifies the body and soul.
Fasting / Vrat
Nirjala Ekadashi
निर्जला एकादशी
Friday, June 6, 2025Jyeshtha Masa
Significance
Observing Nirjala 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
Shukla Ekadashi
Masa
Jyeshtha
Paksha
Shukla
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