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When is Nirjala Ekadashi: Srihari Ekadashi fast dedicated to Lord Vishnu is observed twice a month. One in Krishna Paksha and the other in Shukla Paksha. This time the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi of Jyeshtha month will be observed on Thursday, June 25, 2026. In religious texts, Nirjala Ekadashi has been described as the most difficult and virtuous fast among all the Ekadashis, because on this day there is a tradition of fasting without consuming water.

Importance of Nirjala Ekadashi

Nirjala Ekadashi (Nirjala Ekadashi 2026) has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. It is said that the devotees who observe this fast with true heart, get virtuous results equal to 24 Ekadashis of the year. It is believed that worshiping Lord Vishnu properly on this day brings happiness and prosperity in life and a person attainment of salvation Get the blessings of. When will this fast be observed this year?

When is Nirjala Ekadashi 2026?

According to the Panchang, this year, the Ekadashi tithi of Shukla Paksha of 2026 Jyeshtha month will start on June 24, 2026 at 6:12 pm. This date will end on June 25, 2026 at 8:09 pm.

According to Udaya Tithi, the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi will be observed on Thursday, June 25, 2026. It will be auspicious to break the fast on June 26 between 5:25 am to 8:13 am.

How to perform Nirjala Ekadashi puja?

• Nirjala Ekadashi Worship Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi on this day.
• During the puja, offer yellow flowers, Tulsi leaves and sweets to the Lord.
• Light a ghee lamp and chant the mantra Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya. This is considered very auspicious.
• Donate a lamp in the evening and sing hymns and kirtans of Lord Vishnu.
• Donating a pot filled with water, umbrella, clothes and fruits on Nirjala Ekadashi is considered extremely auspicious.
• After this, keep fast for the whole day and break the fast the next day after serving food to the Brahmins as per the rituals.

Why is Nirjala Ekadashi called Bhimseni Ekadashi?

It is believed that among the five Pandavas, Bhimsen felt the most hungry. It was not possible for him to remain hungry. In such a situation, he could not keep the fast even if he wanted to. In such a situation, he told his pain to Maharishi Ved Vyas. Maharishi then advised Bhimsen to fast on Nirjala Ekadashi falling in the Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month because it gives the virtue of fasting for 24 Ekadashis. For this reason it is called Bhimseni Ekadashi.