Amrutkaal ॐ अमृतकाल Nirjala Ekadashi
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026 is observed on Thursday, 25 June 2026 — it follows ekadashi of shukla paksha, jyeshtha — fast without water, said to equal all 24.
Shubh Muhurat
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Significance
Nirjala Ekadashi — the 'waterless' Ekadashi — is considered the hardest and most rewarding fast of the Hindu year. Observing this single day's fast is said to grant the merit of all 24 Ekadashis combined. Named after Bhima of the Pandavas, who could fast only this one day.
Rituals & Traditions
Upcoming dates
- 2024 17 June 2024 (past)
- 2025 6 June 2025 (past)
- 2026 25 June 2026
- 2027 14 June 2027
- 2028 3 June 2028
- 2029 22 June 2029
- 2030 12 June 2030
- 2031 1 June 2031
- 2032 19 June 2032
- 2033 8 June 2033
- 2034 28 May 2034
- 2035 16 June 2035
- 2036 4 June 2036
Observed by: Hindus
Frequently asked questions
When is Nirjala Ekadashi 2026?
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026 is observed on Thursday, 25 June 2026. The festival follows ekadashi of shukla paksha, jyeshtha — fast without water, said to equal all 24.
What is Nirjala Ekadashi?
Nirjala Ekadashi — the 'waterless' Ekadashi — is considered the hardest and most rewarding fast of the Hindu year. Observing this single day's fast is said to grant the merit of all 24 Ekadashis combined. Named after Bhima of the Pandavas, who could fast only this one day.
Who observes Nirjala Ekadashi?
Nirjala Ekadashi is observed by Hindus.
Why does the date of Nirjala Ekadashi change every year?
Nirjala Ekadashi is fixed by the Hindu luni-solar calendar — it falls on ekadashi of shukla paksha, jyeshtha — fast without water, said to equal all 24. Because that tithi drifts against the Gregorian calendar each year, the English date moves, even though the festival is always on the same point in the lunar month.