Indira Ekadashi 2025 – Date, Vrat Katha, Significance, and How to Observe
Indira Ekadashi is a powerful and spiritually significant observance that falls during Pitru Paksha, the sacred fortnight for ancestral worship in Hinduism. This Ekadashi vrat is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is believed to help liberate the souls of departed ancestors, offering Pitru Moksha (ancestral salvation) and removing Pitru Dosha.
In 2025, Indira Ekadashi will be observed on Wednesday, 17th September. This day is especially auspicious as it coincides with Kanya Sankranti and Vishwakarma Puja, intensifying its spiritual impact.
Indira Ekadashi 2025 – Tithi and Parana Timing
- Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 16th September 2025 at 12:21 PM
- Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 17th September 2025 at 10:22 AM
- Main Observance Date: Wednesday, 17th September 2025
- Parana (Breaking the Fast): 18th September 2025 between 6:06 AM – 8:28 AM IST
(Parana must be done after sunrise and within Dwadashi tithi)
Religious Significance of Indira Ekadashi
- Observed to honor ancestors and help their souls attain higher realms
- Removes Pitru Dosha and unresolved karmic issues
- Grants blessings from Lord Vishnu and one’s ancestral lineage
- Especially beneficial for those who have missed Shraddha rituals
- A powerful remedy for those facing delays in marriage, childbirth, or financial blocks
Vrat Katha – The Story from Brahmavaivarta Purana
The Indira Ekadashi Vrat Katha narrates the story of King Indrasena of Mahishmati, who was concerned about his deceased father’s soul not attaining liberation. Sage Narada advised him to observe Indira Ekadashi, perform Vishnu Puja, and dedicate the merit to his father.
The king followed this sincerely. On Dwadashi, his father’s soul was seen ascending to heaven, free from bondage.
This story reflects the transformative power of devotion, fasting, and ancestral gratitude.
How to Observe Indira Ekadashi Vrat
1. Preparation on Dashami (10th Day)
- Avoid tamasic foods (onion, garlic, non-veg)
- Clean your home and prepare a sacred altar for Lord Vishnu
2. Fasting on Ekadashi
- Nirjala Vrat: No food, no water (ideal for experienced devotees)
- Phalahar Vrat: Fruits, coconut water, and milk-based diet
- Avoid: Grains, lentils, beans, and spicy food
3. Vishnu Puja
- Offer tulsi leaves, yellow flowers, ghee diya, and fruits
- Chant:
- Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya
- Vishnu Sahasranama
- Bhagavad Gita chapters
4. Pitru Tarpan
- Offer water mixed with black sesame, darbha grass, and rice
- Perform simple prayers or Shraddha at home or through a pandit
- This helps offer spiritual elevation to ancestors
5. Parana on Dwadashi
- Break the fast after feeding a Brahmin, cow, or a needy person
- Share satvik food with family and neighbors
Benefits of Observing Indira Ekadashi
- Offers peace to ancestral souls and helps them move to higher lokas
- Clears karmic blocks in family, finance, or relationships
- Brings mental clarity, devotion, and purity
- Strengthens family bonds and resolves generational issues
- Removes signs of Pitru Dosha when done with intent and discipline
Observance Tips for Modern Homes
You can still observe Indira Ekadashi with depth even if you're in a city or abroad:
- Light a ghee diya and place a photo of Lord Vishnu
- Offer water to ancestors while chanting simple mantras
- Fast as per your health; even avoiding grains is spiritually valid
- Keep a peaceful home atmosphere, free from noise and indulgence
- Explain the meaning of Pitru Paksha and Ekadashi to your children
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