Do not do these things even unknowingly on the day of Devshayani Ekadashi, otherwise Lord Vishnu will get angry!

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Devshayani Ekadashi Rules: Devshayani Ekadashi is considered to have special significance in Hindu religion. It is believed that on this day Lord Vishnu goes into Yoga Nidra for four months and with this Chaturmas begins. According to religious beliefs, there are some tasks which should be avoided on this day. It is said that by following these rules, the blessings of Lord Vishnu are maintained, while ignoring them may reduce the auspicious results. Let us know the date, auspicious time, importance of Devshayani Ekadashi and what activities should be avoided on this day.

When is Devshayani Ekadashi 2026?

According to Drik Panchang, in the year 2026, Devshayani Ekadashi will be celebrated on Saturday, 25 July 2026.

• Ekadashi date start: 24 July 2026, 09:12 am
• Ekadashi date ends: 25 July 2026, 11:34 am
• Time of fasting: 26 July 2026, 05:39 am to 08:22 am

What is the importance of Devshayani Ekadashi?

Ekadashi of Ashadha Shukla Paksha is called Devshayani Ekadashi. There is a religious belief that on this day Lord Vishnu goes into yoga nidra on the bed of Sheshnag in Ksheer Sagar. After this, they rest for the next four months i.e. Chaturmas. Then Lord Vishnu wakes up on the day of Devuthani Ekadashi of Kartik Shukla Paksha. Marriage, house warming, mundan, sacred thread ceremony and other auspicious works are not performed during Chaturmas. But this time is considered best for worship, fasting, chanting, penance and introspection.

Do not do this work even by mistake on the day of Devshayani Ekadashi

Do not consume meat, alcohol and Tamasic food

On the day of Devshayani Ekadashi, one should completely stay away from meat, fish, eggs, alcohol and other Tamasic food. Satvik food and devotion to Lord Vishnu are considered best on this day.

avoid eating rice

Eating rice is prohibited on the day of Ekadashi. According to religious belief, consumption of rice on this day is considered against the rules of fasting.

don’t insult anyone

On the day of Devshayani Ekadashi, one should avoid insulting the poor, elderly, saints, parents and needy people. It is believed that doing this does not please Lord Vishnu.

Stay away from lies and deceit

According to religious beliefs, lying, cheating or snatching someone’s rights on this day is considered inauspicious.

Do not pluck basil leaves without rules

Tulsi is very dear to Lord Vishnu. If basil leaves are required for puja, it is considered better to pluck them a day in advance. It is advised to avoid plucking Tulsi on the day of Ekadashi.

Do not start auspicious works

Chaturmas starts from Devshayani Ekadashi. Therefore, during this period, marriage, housewarming, engagement and other big auspicious functions are avoided.

Also read: Those unique temples of the country where there is no idol of any god or goddess, yet there is a flood of faith.

Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

Varun Chauhan

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