Nirjala Ekadashi fasting time: Ekadashi fast has a special place in Sanatan Dharma. While fruits or water can be consumed on other Ekadashis, the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi has to be observed with full devotion without drinking a single drop of water. This strictness makes this fast most special. In the year 2026, the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi will be observed on 25th June. But as much as it is important to keep the fast, it is equally important to break the fast i.e. breaking the fast at the right time and with the right rules. Often people complete the fast, but at the time of Parana they commit some mistakes due to which their entire sadhana remains incomplete. Let us know in the year 2026 Nirjala Ekadashi About the exact date, auspicious time of Paran and important rules to be kept in mind while breaking the fast.
When is Nirjala Ekadashi 2026?
According to Drik Panchang, Ekadashi Tithi will start on June 24, 2026 at 6:12 pm and will end on June 25, 2026 at 8:09 pm. On the basis of Udayatithi, the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi will be observed on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Auspicious time of Paran
According to Drik Panchang, Nirjala Ekadashi will be celebrated on Friday, June 26, 2026. The auspicious time of Paran will be from 5.25 am to 8.13 am. According to religious beliefs, performing Parana at an auspicious time is considered more fruitful. Therefore, devotees should break the fast within the prescribed time.
What is the importance of Parana?
According to religious beliefs, Ekadashi fast is considered to end with Paran. If a person does not perform Parana at the right time, the virtue of the fast may be reduced. Therefore Parana is considered the last and important phase of the fast. At the time of Paran, it is considered auspicious to remember Lord Vishnu, drink water and break the fast with satvik food.
Don’t make these mistakes even by mistake in Paraan!
Don’t miss the passage time
According to the scriptures, it is not considered appropriate to perform Parana after the prescribed auspicious time. Therefore Parana should always be done within the auspicious time.
Avoid spicy food
After breaking the fast, one should not consume garlic, onion, non-vegetarian, alcohol and lentils on Dwadashi. On this day, only satvik food is considered best.
Do not consider the fast complete without donating.
According to religious beliefs, the virtue of Ekadashi fast increases when the devotee donates according to his capacity. Therefore, donating food, clothes or Dakshina to needy people before or after Parana is considered auspicious.
Avoid anger and conflict
The mind should be kept calm on the day of Dwadashi. There is a religious belief that anger, quarrel and harsh words can affect the virtue of fasting.
How to celebrate Nirjala Ekadashi?
On the day of Paran, take bath in the morning and worship Lord Vishnu. After this, break the fast by taking water mixed with Tulsi or normal water. Then consume fruits, milk or vegetarian food. Keep remembering Lord Vishnu during Parana.
Religious importance of Nirjala Ekadashi
Nirjala Ekadashi is also known as Bhimseni Ekadashi. It is believed that during the Mahabharata period, Bhimsen observed this fast on the advice of Maharishi Vedvyas. Since then it is considered especially fruitful. There is a religious belief that by observing this fast as per the rituals, one gets the blessings of Lord Vishnu and brings happiness, peace and prosperity in life.
Also read: What should devotees do if they unknowingly break the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi?
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