Mumbai: In Hinduism, the observance of Ekadashi fasts holds immense spiritual importance. Among these, Papankusha Ekadashi is considered highly sacred. Falling during the Krishna Paksha of Kartik month, this fast is believed to destroy sins and grant liberation to devotees who worship Lord Vishnu with devotion.

Papankusha Ekadashi is especially significant for Vishnu devotees, as scriptures mention that those who keep this fast with faith receive divine blessings, peace, and freedom from negative influences. On this day, Lord Padmanabha (a form of Shri Vishnu) is worshipped with special rituals.

Papankusha Ekadashi 2025 Date and Shubh Muhurat

Ekadashi Tithi Begins – October 2, 2025 at 07:10 PM

Ekadashi Tithi Ends – October 3, 2025 at 06:32 PM

Vrat and Puja Day – October 3, 2025 (Wednesday)

Parana Timing – October 4, 2025, between 06:16 AM and 08:37 AM

Papankusha Ekadashi Puja Vidhi

Wake up early in Brahma Muhurat, take a holy bath, and vow to observe the fast.

Clean the puja place and install Lord Vishnu’s idol or picture.

Set up a Kalash filled with water, mango leaves, and coconut.

Chant Vishnu Sahasranama or the mantra “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”.

Offer Tulsi leaves, yellow flowers, incense, lamp, fruits, sweets, and Panchamrit to Lord Vishnu.

Perform evening aarti and sing devotional songs.

Break the fast (Parana) the next day during the prescribed time.

Significance of Papankusha Ekadashi

Observing this vrat is believed to destroy all sins and grant freedom from worldly and spiritual sufferings.

Devotees are blessed with Lord Vishnu’s grace and protection.

Charity and donations on this day hold special value.

According to scriptures, this vrat removes fear of untimely death, saves from hell, and helps the soul attain moksha.

Rules of Papankusha Ekadashi Vrat

Avoid grains like rice, urad dal, masoor, chana, and all tamasic food.

Maintain celibacy and stay away from anger, lies, and negative thoughts.

Offer donations to the poor and needy.

Worship Lord Vishnu with true devotion to receive auspicious results in this life and beyond.