Indira Ekadashi 2025: Date, Muhurat & Vrat Vidhi

In Sanatan Dharma, Ekadashi Tithi holds immense importance. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, and Goddess Lakshmi. Devotees observe fasting and offer prayers on this sacred day to seek blessings, peace, and prosperity.

Among the 24 Ekadashis observed in a year, Indira Ekadashi is highly significant as it falls during Pitru Paksha. Observing this vrat not only pleases Lord Vishnu but also helps bring peace to the souls of ancestors.

Indira Ekadashi 2025 Date and Time

According to the Vedic Panchang, Indira Ekadashi in 2025 will be observed on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.

• Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 17 September, 12:21 AM

• Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 17 September, 11:39 PM

This means the fasting and worship will be done on 17 September.

Vrat Paran Muhurat (Breaking the Fast)

The Vrat Paran (breaking the fast) is performed the next day on Dwadashi Tithi. According to the Panchang:

• Paran Muhurat: 18 September, 06:07 AM – 08:34 AM

It is advised to break the fast during this time for maximum spiritual benefits. Devotees should also perform charity (daan) after paran.

Significance of Indira Ekadashi

• Observing this vrat is believed to destroy sins and grant moksha.

• It helps in bringing peace and salvation to ancestors’ souls.

• Devotees gain prosperity, happiness, and blessings of Lord Vishnu.

• Since it falls in Pitru Paksha, it is also associated with shraddh and tarpan rituals for forefathers.

Vrat Puja Vidhi (Worship Method)

1. Wake up early, take a holy bath, and meditate on Lord Vishnu’s name.

2. Offer water (Arghya) to the Sun God.

3. Worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi with flowers, incense, lamp, and bhog.

4. Recite Vishnu Sahasranama, Vishnu Chalisa, or chant mantras:

   • “Om Namo Narayanaya”

   • “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”

   • Vishnu Gayatri Mantra: Om Shri Vishnave Cha Vidmahe Vasudevaya Dhimahi Tanno Vishnuh Prachodayat

5. Offer fruits, sweets, and satvik food as prasad.

6. After completing puja, pray for happiness, peace, and blessings.

Charity and Donation on Dwadashi

After breaking the fast, devotees should donate:

• Food grains

• Clothes

• Money

• Other essentials

It is believed that charity performed on Dwadashi removes financial difficulties and increases prosperity.

Indira Ekadashi 2025 is not just a day of fasting but a spiritual practice that strengthens faith, uplifts the soul, and brings peace to departed ancestors. By observing this vrat with devotion, one can attain divine blessings and ensure happiness in life.

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