Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2025: Date, Significance, and Ritual Procedure

In 2025, Shravana Putrada Ekadashi falls on Tuesday, 5th August.

The term Putrada means “giver of sons,” symbolizing prayers for the birth of a healthy and dharmic child. Devotees believe that sincere observance of this vrat pleases Lord Vishnu, who blesses families with joy, growth, and harmony.

Spiritual Significance of Putrada Ekadashi

• Blessings for childbearing and healthy progeny
• Relief from past karmic blockages causing delays in parenthood
• Strengthening of familial bonds and dharmic lineage
• Spiritual purification through devotion and disciplined fasting

Devotees meditate on Lord Narayana, chant Vishnu's names, and engage in spiritual practices to attain divine blessings.

Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2025: Tithi and Parana Timing

• Date: Tuesday, 5th August 2025
• Ekadashi Tithi Begins: Monday, 4th August at 7:21 PM
• Ekadashi Tithi Ends: Tuesday, 5th August at 5:45 PM
• Parana (Breaking the Fast): Wednesday, 6th August 2025 — after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends (refer to your local Panchang for precise timing)

How to Observe Putrada Ekadashi Vrat – Step-by-Step

On Dashami (4th August)

• Consume only satvik food before sunset
• Avoid grains, onion, garlic, and non-vegetarian food
• Take a sankalpa (spiritual vow) to observe Ekadashi vrat sincerely

On Ekadashi (5th August)

• Wake up during Brahma Muhurta, bathe, and dress traditionally
• Offer puja to Lord Vishnu with:
  • Tulsi leaves
  • Sandalwood paste
  • Flowers, fruits, incense, and lamps
• Chant:
  • Vishnu Sahasranama
  • Om Namo Narayanaya
• Read or listen to the Putrada Ekadashi Vrat Katha

Night Vigil (Jagaran)

• Stay awake during the night, singing bhajans, meditating, or reciting spiritual scriptures
• Special prayers offered during the last prahar (early dawn) are considered highly auspicious

On Dwadashi (6th August)

• Perform daan-dharma (charity) to Brahmins, cows, or the needy
• Break the fast with satvik food after completing puja

Regional Observances

North India (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan)

• Couples visit Vishnu temples or perform Satyanarayan Puja at home
• Popular among newly married couples for blessings of early conception

Maharashtra & Gujarat

• Observed as part of Jaya Ekadashi traditions
• Tulsi plants are specially worshipped and decorated

South India (Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka)

• Quiet home-based Perumal or Narayana puja is conducted
• Chanting from Skanda Purana or Ekadashi Mahatmya is encouraged
• Light fasting on fruits, milk, and tulsi water is common

Spiritual and Family Benefits of Shravana Putrada Ekadashi

• Blessings for progeny and lineage continuation
• Removal of Pitru dosha or karmic obstacles linked to childbirth delays
• Strengthens faith, mental peace, and family unity
• Enhances spiritual merit (punya) accumulated through vrat observance

More Information

There are two Putrada Ekadashis every year:

• Pausha Putrada Ekadashi (in January)
• Shravana Putrada Ekadashi (in July/August)

Both focus specifically on the divine blessings for children and family welfare.

For a deeper understanding or to perform personalized Ekadashi pujas, it is recommended to consult local Vedic scholars or authentic sources.

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