Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Check dates, tithi, rituals, mantras, significance and other details

Nirjala Ekadashi is regarded as one of the most significant and powerful observances in Hinduism. Dedicated entirely to the worship of Lord Vishnu, this sacred day is marked by intense devotion, prayers, and the observance of a strict Nirjala fast—meaning a complete fast without water.

According to Drik Panchang, Nirjala Ekadashi falls on the Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. In 2025, the auspicious occasion will be observed on June 6. However, Vaishnav devotees will observe the Nirjala Ekadashi fast on June 7, 2025.

Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Date and Time

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - June 6, 2025 - 02:15 AM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends - June 7, 2025 - 04:47 AM

Parana Time - June 7, 2025 - 01:43 PM to 04:30 PM
Parana Day Hari Vasara End Moment - June 7, 2025 - 11:25 AM

Vaishnavs Ekadashi

Parana Time for Vaishnava Ekadashi - June 8, 2025 - 05:22 AM to 07:17 AM
Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment - June 8, 2025 - 07:17 AM

Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: What is the significance?

According to Hindu scriptures, Nirjala Ekadashi carries immense religious and spiritual importance. Observed during the Shukla Paksha of the Jyeshtha month, it is also known as Jyeshtha Shukla Ekadashi. The Nirjala Vrat is one of the most austere fasts, undertaken without consuming food or even a drop of water. Devotees break their fast only on the Dwadashi Tithi, and even then, they are allowed to drink water only after completing the necessary rituals. Known for its rigor and sanctity, this fast is observed with deep devotion and unwavering dedication to Lord Vishnu.

Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Rituals

• After a thorough bath and cleansing, devotees begin their puja rituals early in the morning.
• An idol or image of Lord Vishnu is placed on a wooden plank.
• Offerings such as fresh flowers, homemade sweets, chandan (sandalwood) tilak, and a desi ghee diya are presented to the deity.
• Tulsi Patra (holy basil leaves) is a mandatory offering to Lord Vishnu.
• Devotees then offer heartfelt prayers before starting their day.
• Throughout the day, they chant the Shri Krishna Maha Mantra with devotion.
• On the following day, during Dwadashi Tithi, the fast is broken during the Parana period with food and water.

Mantra

1. Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari, Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva..!!
2. Achyutam Keshvam Krishna Damodaram, Ram Narayanam Janaki Vallabham..!!
3. Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare, Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare..!!