The vaikunta ekadasi darshan lasts for the 10 days of period, considering to give a best darshan for the devotees who are appearing for this darshan. Vaikunta Ekadasi is a significant Hindu festival observed in honor of Lord Vishnu. It falls on the 11th day (Ekadasi) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Margashirsha, which usually corresponds to December or January.
This day is considered highly auspicious and is believed to open the gates of Vaikunta, the heavenly abode of Lord Vishnu, for devotees. People observe fasting and engage in various religious activities to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu. The fasting lasts for 24 hours, from sunrise to the next day’s sunrise, and it is believed to cleanse the mind and body, leading to spiritual growth.
On Vaikunta Ekadasi, many temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu, especially the famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh, witness a significant influx of devotees. Around 150,000 to 200,000 devotees visit the temple on this day to participate in the special prayers and rituals. The “Vaikunta Dwaram” (gateway to heaven) is opened, and devotees pass through it, symbolizing their journey towards liberation. In addition to Tirumala, the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tamil Nadu also attracts thousands of devotees during this festival. The combined devotional fervor and participation in these rituals make Vaikunta Ekadasi one of the most revered and celebrated festivals among Hindus.
Ekadashi is a sacred day in the Hindu calendar as it happens on the 11th Tithi or the lunar day in two instances every month-one at Shukla Paksha or the bright fortnight
of the moon and the other at the Krishna Paksha or the dark fortnight of the moon. Lord Vishnu devotees perform Ekadashi fasting with the hope that He may bless them and impart His love on them.
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How Does vaikunta ekadasi Fasting Operate?
Ekadashi fasting is usually done for three days. It is followed as follows:
- Preparation (Day Before Ekadashi): Devotees eat a light meal in the afternoon so that there will be no food in the stomach on the day of fasting.
- Ekadashi Day: Fasting: On Ekadashi day, devotees observe a complete fast-who do not take even something related to grains and cereals. However, they are free to choose their method of fasting as per their choice and capacity.
a. Without water
b. Only water
c. Only fruits
d. One simple meal- usually without grains.
This should be clarified before starting the fast. - Breaking the Fast (Day After Ekadashi): The fasting is broken after sunrise on the day of the following Ekadashi.
Types of vaikunta ekadasi Fasting
Sometimes, Ekadashi fasting falls on two consecutive days. Different practices are followed based on personal or family traditions:
- Smartha Tradition: The one having family responsibilities generally fast on the first day.
- Vaishnava Tradition: The second day is preferred by Vaishnavas, widows, or those who seek Moksha (spiritual liberation).
- Staunch Devotees: Some devotees fast on both days to enhance their devotion to Lord Vishnu.
Important Note: Vaishnava Ekadashi fasting days may fall a day after the Smartha fasting day.
vaikunta ekadasi Dates in 2025
Ekadashi is an auspicious day for many Hindus, occurring twice a month during the lunar cycle. Below is a list of all the Ekadashi days in 2025 with the Ekadashi name, lunar phase (Krishna or Shukla), month, and start and end times.
| Ekadashi Name | Date | Day | Month (Lunar) | Paksha | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pausha Putrada Ekadashi | January 10 | Friday | Pausha | Shukla | Jan 09, 12:22 PM | Jan 10, 10:19 AM |
| Shattila Ekadashi | January 25 | Saturday | Magha | Krishna | Jan 24, 07:25 PM | Jan 25, 08:31 PM |
| Jaya Ekadashi | February 8 | Saturday | Magha | Shukla | Feb 07, 09:26 PM | Feb 08, 08:15 PM |
| Vijaya Ekadashi | February 24 | Monday | Phalguna | Krishna | Feb 23, 01:55 PM | Feb 24, 01:44 PM |
| Amalaki Ekadashi | March 10 | Monday | Phalguna | Shukla | Mar 09, 07:45 AM | Mar 10, 07:44 AM |
| Papmochani Ekadashi | March 25 | Tuesday | Chaitra | Krishna | Mar 25, 05:05 AM | Mar 26, 03:45 AM |
| Kamada Ekadashi | April 8 | Tuesday | Chaitra | Shukla | Apr 07, 08:00 PM | Apr 08, 09:12 PM |
| Varuthini Ekadashi | April 24 | Thursday | Vaishakha | Krishna | Apr 23, 04:43 PM | Apr 24, 02:32 PM |
| Mohini Ekadashi | May 8 | Thursday | Vaishakha | Shukla | May 07, 10:19 AM | May 08, 12:29 PM |
| Apara Ekadashi | May 23 | Friday | Jyeshtha | Krishna | May 23, 01:12 AM | May 23, 10:29 PM |
| Nirjala Ekadashi | June 6 | Friday | Jyeshtha | Shukla | Jun 06, 02:15 AM | Jun 07, 04:47 AM |
| Yogini Ekadashi | June 21 | Saturday | Ashadha | Krishna | Jun 21, 07:18 AM | Jun 22, 04:27 AM |
| Devshayani Ekadashi | July 6 | Sunday | Ashadha | Shukla | Jul 05, 06:58 PM | Jul 06, 09:14 PM |
| Kamika Ekadashi | July 21 | Monday | Shravana | Krishna | Jul 20, 12:12 PM | Jul 21, 09:38 AM |
| Shravana Putrada Ekadashi | August 5 | Tuesday | Shravana | Shukla | Aug 04, 11:41 AM | Aug 05, 01:12 PM |
| Aja Ekadashi | August 19 | Tuesday | Bhadrapada | Krishna | Aug 18, 05:22 PM | Aug 19, 03:32 PM |
| Parsva Ekadashi | September 3 | Wednesday | Bhadrapada | Shukla | Sep 03, 03:53 AM | Sep 04, 04:21 AM |
| Indira Ekadashi | September 17 | Wednesday | Ashwina | Krishna | Sep 17, 12:21 AM | Sep 17, 11:39 PM |
| Papankusha Ekadashi | October 3 | Friday | Ashwina | Shukla | Oct 02, 07:10 PM | Oct 03, 06:32 PM |
| Rama Ekadashi | October 17 | Friday | Kartika | Krishna | Oct 16, 10:35 AM | Oct 17, 11:12 AM |
| Devutthana Ekadashi | November 1 | Saturday | Kartika | Shukla | Nov 01, 09:11 AM | Nov 02, 07:31 AM |
| Utpanna Ekadashi | November 15 | Saturday | Margashirsha | Krishna | Nov 15, 12:49 AM | Nov 16, 02:37 AM |
| Mokshada Ekadashi | December 1 | Monday | Margashirsha | Shukla | Nov 30, 09:29 PM | Dec 01, 07:01 PM |
| Saphala Ekadashi | December 15 | Monday | Pausha | Krishna | Dec 14, 06:49 PM | Dec 15, 09:19 PM |
| Pausha Putrada Ekadashi | December 30 | Tuesday | Pausha | Shukla | Dec 30, 07:50 AM | Dec 31, 05:00 AM |
This table provides an overview of each Ekadashi day in 2024, with the corresponding start and end times for your reference.
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