Ekadashi date is considered to have special significance in Hindu religion, but when it comes to Padmini Ekadashi, its virtue increases even more. This Ekadashi falls in Adhik month, hence it is considered very rare and fruitful. In the year 2026, Padmini Ekadashi will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27. The special thing is that this time on this auspicious date, an auspicious coincidence of Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is also taking place, which is considered very auspicious in astrology.
According to religious beliefs, by worshiping Lord Vishnu and observing fast on this day, all the wishes of a person are fulfilled. Along with this, one also gets the blessings of freedom from sins and happiness and prosperity.
Why is Padmini Ekadashi special?
Padmini Ekadashi falls only in Adhik month, hence its importance is considered more than ordinary Ekadashi. It is believed that by observing this fast with devotion and regularly, one gets virtue equal to many Ekadashi fasts.
According to religious texts, this fast is very dear to Lord Vishnu. Fasting, bhajan-kirtan and reciting Vishnu Sahasranama on this day are considered auspicious.
What is the importance of Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga?
In astrology, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is considered a very auspicious yoga. It is believed that worship, charity and religious activities done in this yoga yield manifold results.
According to experts, worshiping Lord Vishnu in this yoga removes obstacles in life and increases the chances of success in work. Many people also consider starting new works on this day as auspicious.
auspicious time of puja
According to the religious calendar, the fast of Padmini Ekadashi will be observed from morning on 27 May 2026. On this day, there is special importance of getting up in Brahma Muhurta, taking bath and worshiping Lord Vishnu.
It is considered auspicious to offer yellow flowers, Tulsi leaves, Panchamrit and fruits to Lord Vishnu during the puja. Also, chanting the mantra “Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay” is believed to provide special benefits.
Padmini Ekadashi fasting story
According to the legend, in ancient times, King Kirtivirya and his wife Queen Padmini were deprived of the happiness of children. After many years of penance, Goddess Anusuya advised the queen to observe Padmini Ekadashi fast.
The queen observed this fast with full devotion, due to which Lord Vishnu was pleased and blessed her with a son, Ratna. Since then, this fast started being considered special for the happiness of children, prosperity and fulfillment of wishes.
What to do and what not to do on this day?
According to religious beliefs, a virtuous life should be adopted on Padmini Ekadashi. It is considered auspicious to avoid garlic, onion and tamasic food on this day.
Other than this-
Donate to the needy, worship Tulsi, chant the mantras of Lord Vishnu, stay away from anger and negative thoughts.
Why is this day considered very auspicious?
According to astrologers, when there is a combination of rare Padmini Ekadashi and Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, then its spiritual importance increases further. It is believed that a fast observed with devotion on this day brings happiness, peace and prosperity in a person’s life.