Nirjala Ekadashi Vrat 2026: This year, the Nirjala Ekadashi fast will be observed on June 25, 2026. It is considered the most significant Ekadashi of the year, and observing a fast on this day is believed to grant an individual the fulfillment of their heart's desires. It is said that the Nirjala Ekadashi fast is regarded as the most rigorous of all Ekadashi fasts. This fast is broken (concluded) on the *Dwadashi* Tithi (the twelfth lunar day). During the fast, consuming any food or drink is strictly prohibited.

Devotees typically await this particular Ekadashi throughout the entire year, as performing acts of charity and benevolence on this day is believed to yield exceptional spiritual merit. This year, several auspicious alignments are also coinciding with Nirjala Ekadashi. Let us explore them in detail.

Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: Date and *Parana* (Fast-Breaking) Timings

This year, the *Ekadashi* Tithi of the *Shukla Paksha* (waxing phase of the moon) during the month of *Jyeshtha* will commence on June 24, 2026, at 6:12 PM.
The *Ekadashi* Tithi will conclude on June 25, 2026, at 8:09 PM.
Based on the *Udaya Tithi* (the lunar day prevailing at sunrise), the Nirjala Ekadashi fast will be observed on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
It is considered auspicious to break the fast (*Parana*) on June 26, between 5:25 AM and 8:13 AM.

Major Auspicious Alignments on Nirjala Ekadashi 2026

This year, Nirjala Ekadashi coincides auspiciously with a Thursday. Thursday is considered a day dedicated to Lord Vishnu; consequently, the significance of an Ekadashi falling on this day is manifold. Furthermore, the *Swati Nakshatra* and *Shiva Yoga* will be in formation. Additionally, *Siddha Yoga* will also be prevalent on this day. Moreover, the conjunction of Venus and Mercury in the zodiac sign of Cancer (*Karka Rashi*) will give rise to the *Lakshmi Narayana Yoga*, which is considered to be extremely auspicious. Perform these 3 rituals on Nirjala Ekadashi:

**Perform acts of charity**
According to religious beliefs, donating items that provide relief from the heat—such as earthen water pots, umbrellas, water, *sharbat* (sweet drinks), and fruits—to the needy on Nirjala Ekadashi is considered highly auspicious. This act brings spiritual merit.

**Worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi**
Worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi with the prescribed rituals on this day. Offer them fruits, sweets, and *Tulsi* leaves. It is believed that this practice leads to an increase in happiness, prosperity, and abundance.

**Worship the banana tree**
According to religious beliefs, Lord Vishnu resides in the banana tree. Worshipping the banana tree and offering water to it on Nirjala Ekadashi yields special spiritual merit. It also paves the way for attaining *Moksha* (salvation).

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