Nirjala Ekadashi 2026
Nirjala Ekadashi Fast Rules: Every year the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi is observed on the Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. This fast is considered to provide the virtuous results of all Ekadashi fasts. The fast of Nirjala Ekadashi is considered to be the most difficult, because in this people remain engrossed in worshiping Lord Vishnu without consuming water. According to mythological beliefs, this Ekadashi fast was observed by Pandu’s son Bhima. Therefore it is also called Bhimseni Ekadashi. There is a religious belief that this fast, along with giving the virtuous results of all Ekadashi fasts, also brings special blessings of Lord Vishnu.
It is also believed that due to the virtuous effect of Nirjala Ekadashi fast, it opens the path to salvation after death. This year the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi will be observed on 25th June. Since this fast falls in the month of Jyeshtha and it is very hot at this time. In such a situation, one may feel extremely thirsty due to extreme heat, weakness or health related problems. In such a situation, this question comes in the minds of people that what are the situations when water can be consumed during this fast? Let us know the rules of fasting.
If health deteriorates, water can be consumed
The resolution of Nirjala Ekadashi is to sacrifice water. In such a situation, drinking water is prohibited in this fast under normal circumstances, but if the health worsens or a life-threatening situation arises, then relief has been mentioned in some special circumstances in the religious scriptures. According to some religious beliefs, in such an emergency, a person can drink water after seeing his health and capacity. Because protection of the body is considered necessary.
You can drink water even if you feel weak
If a person starts feeling weak during Nirjala Ekadashi fast, then he can drink water after worshiping Lord Vishnu by remembering him. It is also believed in some traditions that if there is no possibility to complete the fast, then water can be consumed by waiting for some time after sunset. However, the rules of fasting may vary in different places and traditions.
According to beliefs, children, elderly, pregnant women or people suffering from any disease can worship Lord Vishnu by consuming fruits or water, depending on their health condition.
What does the sacrifice of water indicate?
Renunciation of water during Nirjala Ekadashi fast is not just a rule, but it is considered a symbol of self-control and discipline. It is believed that when a person controls his desires one day, his mind becomes stronger. This fast teaches patience and restraint. Also, by worshiping with devotion on this day, one gets the blessings of Lord Vishnu.
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