Devshayani Ekadashi 2026: Ekadashi Tithi will start from 9.13 am today, when will the fast be observed, know from the Panchang.

Devshayani Ekadashi 2026: Devshayani Ekadashi has special significance among the major Ekadashis of the year. It is also called Harishayani Ekadashi. After this, Chaturmas begins and Lord Vishnu goes into yoga nidra in the underworld. Devshayani Ekadashi is on 25th July 2026.

When will Devshayani Ekadashi date start?

According to the calculations of the Panchang, the Ekadashi date of Ashadh month is starting on 24th July at 9.12 am. Ekadashi date will be on 25th July till 11.34 am. Due to Ekadashi tithi falling on Udayatithi on June 11, 2026, the fast will be observed on Thursday only. According to Astrologer Sanjit Kumar Mishra, the fast will be observed on Saturday since Ekadashi falls on Udayatithi on 25th July 2026.

Do not do these things after the beginning of Devshayani Ekadashi Tithi

The fast of Ekadashi is not limited to just fasting, rather it is a festival of restraint, purity and devotion to Lord Vishnu, therefore, as soon as the date of Ashadh Shukla Ekadashi falls, avoid certain activities. If these rules are not followed, then the full results of the fast are not achieved.

Even though Devshayani Ekadashi fast will be observed on 25th July, follow the rules of the fast from 24th July itself. Let us know what things should be kept in mind as soon as Ekadashi starts.

• From the day of Dashami Tithi, one should eat Satvik and light food and stay away from Tamasic food and spicy food, so that there is no food left in the stomach at the time of Ekadashi Tithi.
• On the day of Ekadashi, the fasting person should wake up in Brahma Muhurta, take bath and worship Lord Vishnu. Sleeping late or being lazy is not considered appropriate on this day.
• Specially follow celibacy from the beginning of Ekadashi Tithi till the end of the fast. Be patient with your mind, words and actions. Do not bring negative thoughts into your mind.
• On the day of Ekadashi, restraint not only in food but also in behavior is necessary. Getting angry, speaking harsh words, telling lies or insulting someone reduces the virtue of fasting.
• Do not cook rice at home from the beginning till the end of Ekadashi date. Rice should not be eaten when Ekadashi tithi is present. Even though fasting is considered a drawback.

How to put Lord Vishnu to sleep on Devshayani Ekadashi

On the day of Ekadashi fast, worship Lord Vishnu duly. Then chant this mantra, this is the prayer mantra to Shri Hari before going to sleep.

Supte tvayi jagannath jagat suptam bhavedidam.

Vibuddhe tvayi budhyet jagat sarvaam characharam.

Meaning- Oh Jagannath! When you sleep, the entire living world also comes to a state of rest and when you wake up, the entire creation wakes up again and starts doing its work. You do good to the world by sitting in Yoga Nidra.

(FAQ)

Question 1. When will the fast of Devshayani Ekadashi 2026 be observed?
Answer: Devshayani Ekadashi fast 25 July 2026 (Saturday) Will be kept, because on this day there will be Ekadashi in Udayatithi.

Question 2. How to make Lord Vishnu sleep on Devshayani Ekadashi?
Answer: After worshiping Lord Vishnu “Supte Tvayi Jagannath…” Recite the prayer mantra and pray for him to sit in Yoga Nidra.

Question 3. What should not be done as soon as the date of Devshayani Ekadashi falls?
Answer: Tamasic food, consumption of rice, anger, lies, insults and celibacy should be avoided and a virtuous lifestyle should be adopted.

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