In Hinduism, the fast of Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Ekadashi, which falls on Pitru Paksha, is known as Indira Ekadashi. This Ekadashi has special significance, because it is considered the most auspicious for the peace and liberation of the soul of the ancestors. By observing this fast (Indira Ekadashi 2025), not only Lord Vishnu is pleased, but the ancestors also attain salvation. In such a situation, when this fast is being kept today, then let us know the main things related to this date, which are as follows.
Pooja Muhurta
According to the almanac census, Parigha Yoga will end on September 17 at 10:55 pm. While Shivwas will last till 11:39 pm. At the same time, today there is also Pushya Nakshatra throughout the day. In such a situation, today is considered auspicious for the worship of Lord Vishnu.
Indira Ekadashi 2025 Parana Time
Indira Ekadashi fast is passed on Dwadashi Tithi. According to the Hindu calendar, the auspicious time of fasting passion is on September 18 from 6:07 am to 8:34 pm (Indira Ekadashi auspicious time).
Indira Ekadashi Puja Vidhi
Eat sattvic food in the evening and follow celibacy. Wake up early in the morning, take a bath and wear clean clothes. Meditate on Lord Vishnu and resolve fast. Clean the place of worship and install the idol of Lord Vishnu. Bath Lord Vishnu with Ganga water. Offer yellow sandalwood, yellow flowers, basil leaves and panchamrit. Light lamp and incense.
Listen or read the story of Indira Ekadashi fast.
On this day, it is also considered very auspicious to offer and pinddaan of fathers. In such a situation, do tarpan and donation for your fathers.
What to offer to Shri Hari?
Lord Vishnu loves yellow things very much, so offer yellow sweets such as gram flour laddus, bananas or yellow fruits. Also, include Panjari, Panchamrit and Tulsi leaves, because Lord Vishnu does not accept Prasad without Tulsi.
Lord Vishnu Puja Mantra
Om Namo Naraynay .
Invocation and Obeisance to Lord Krishna .