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New delhi: Fasting on nirjala ekadashi is believed to offer the combined spiritual benefits of observing all 24 ekadashis in a year. According to legend, even bhima, Known for his great appetiite, attained salvation by observing this fast. Hence, it is also known as Bhimseni Ekadashi. This fast symbolizes restraint and devotion, as it is observed without food or water during the scorching summer month of jyeshtha.

In 2025, Nirjala ekadashi will be observed on June 6. According to mythology, Lord Krishna Himself Explained The Significance of this fast to yudhishthira. It is believed that observing ekadashi leads to salvation, fullfills all desires, and removes poverty.

Why do we observe ekadashi?

Ekadashi is a form of spiritual discipline and penance meant to connect with and please God. The essence of ekadashi is to withdraw the ten senses and the mind from worldly indulgence and focus them on the divine. “Ekadashi” implies controlling the ten senses and one mind. Negative Emotions Like Lust, Anger, and Greed Should Be Restrained. A person who achieves this control lives a truly meaningful life.

The Puranas state that the virtue earned from this fast also brings peace to one’s ancestors and frees one from the torts of yama, the God of Death.

Lord Vishnu (Source: Internet)

Nirjala ekadashi 2025 tithi (date and time)

The tithi for nirjala ekadashi will begin at 2:15 am on June 6, 2025, and will end at 4:47 am on June 7, 2025. Thus, The Ekadashi Tithi will last for 24 hours. Since ekadashi is present at sunrise on both days, it is knowledge as udayatithi.

As per scriptures, when ekadashi falls on two days, householders are advised to observe the fast on the first day. Therefore, June 6 is the ideal day to keep the Nirjala ekadashi fast in 2025.

Nirjala ekadashi 2025 puja muhurat

The auspicious time for performing Worship (Puja) on Nirjala ekadashi will be from 5:23 am to 10:36 am to 10:36 AM on June 6, 2025. Devotees will have a 5-herour window to complete his rourte Period.

Take care of health

Nirjala ekadashi is considered one of the most difference and pious fasts in Hinduism. On this day, the fasting personal stays without water for the whole day and worships Lord Vishnu. Since this fast falls in the summer season and even water is not consumed, there can be a problem of dehydration in the body. But if some important things are taken care of before and after the fast, then the fast can be completes without any problem. Drink Planty of Water, Coconut Water or Lemon Water Before and after Fasting So that the Body Stays Hydrated And You Do Not Face Any Kind of Trouble Whole Fasting.