Ekadashi (fortnightly fast) 2026
Hindu ยท India
11th day of lunar fortnight โ fortnightly Vishnu fast
About Ekadashi (fortnightly fast)
Ekadashi falls on the 11th day of both the waxing and waning moon (24 per year). Devoted Hindus fast on Ekadashi in honour of Lord Vishnu, abstaining from grains and beans. Special prayers and Vishnu aarti are performed.
Traditions & Customs
- Grain-free fast
- Vishnu puja
- Tulsi pooja
- Reading Vishnu Sahasranam
- Breaking fast next day (Dvadashi)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Ekadashi (fortnightly fast) in 2027?
Saturday, 2 January 2027 In India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30), the holiday begins at midnight (12:00 AM IST) on this date.
What is Ekadashi (fortnightly fast)?
Ekadashi falls on the 11th day of both the waxing and waning moon (24 per year). Devoted Hindus fast on Ekadashi in honour of Lord Vishnu, abstaining from grains and beans. Special prayers and Vishnu aarti are performed.
Is Ekadashi (fortnightly fast) a public holiday in India?
Ekadashi (fortnightly fast) is a gazetted holiday in states where the Hindu community is prominent.
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