When is Padmini Ekadashi: Today, on 27th May, is the first Ekadashi of Adhikamas i.e. Padmini Ekadashi. It is said in the religious scriptures that observing a fast on Padmini Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu gives the same virtuous results as performing yagyas. Especially, by observing fast on Padmini Ekadashi. Since, this Ekadashi comes once in three years.
Importance of Padmini Ekadashi fast
Great importance of Padmini Ekadashi fast has been mentioned in religious texts. It is believed that by fasting on Padmini Ekadashi, one gets the special blessings of Lord Vishnu and many obstacles in life are removed. In such a situation, it becomes very important to know the exact date, auspicious time and time of Paran.
When is Padmini Ekadashi 2026?
According to the calendar, this year Padmini Ekadashi The fast will be observed today, Wednesday, 27th May. Although Ekadashi Tithi has started from 5.10 am on 26th May, but according to Udaya Tithi, the fast will remain valid on 27th May.
According to religious beliefs, the fast is observed on the day when Ekadashi tithi occurs at sunrise. This time Ekadashi Tithi is falling on 27th May at the time of sunrise, hence this will be considered the main day of the fast.
Ekadashi date and auspicious time of Paran
- Ekadashi date start – 26 May 2026, 5:10 am
- Ekadashi date ends – 27 May 2026, 6:21 am
- Vrat Paran – 28 May 2026, 5:25 am to 7:56 am
How to perform Padmini Ekadashi puja?
- Wake up early in the morning and take bath with Ganga water or pure water.
- After bathing, clean one stool with pure water.
- Spread yellow cloth on the post in the home temple and install the idols of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi.
- Lord Vishnu And bathe Goddess Lakshmi with Panchamrit.
- After this, offer flowers, basil garland and yellow clothes.
- Light a desi ghee lamp and put incense sticks.
- Offer sweets, fruits, Tulsi Dal and Panchamrit in the puja.
- Chant the mantra “Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya” during the puja.
- Besides, reciting Vishnu Sahasranama is also considered auspicious.
Why does the importance of Padmini Ekadashi increase in Adhikamas?
In the Hindu calendar, Adhikamas is also called Purushottam month. It falls in the interval of approximately 32 months and is considered dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This is the reason why Padmini Ekadashi falling in this holy month is considered more important than normal Ekadashi.
According to religious beliefs, by fasting and worshiping with devotion and regularly on this day, a person gets the same virtuous results as performing Yagya and rigorous penance. It is believed that this fast is considered to bring happiness, prosperity, mental peace and positive energy in life.
Especially the devotees who wish for the birth of children, marital happiness and family happiness observe this fast with great faith.
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