Vijaya Ekadashi 2026: The name of Ekadashi coming before Mahashivratri is Vijaya. The importance of this Ekadashi has been mentioned in many religious texts. This time Vijaya Ekadashi date will be on both 12th and 13th February. Know when to fast?
When is Vijaya Ekadashi 2026: According to religious texts, Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month is called Vijaya Ekadashi. The importance of this Ekadashi was told to Arjun by Lord Krishna himself. This Ekadashi falls before Mahashivratri, hence it is considered very special. This time Vijaya Ekadashi date will remain for 2 days, due to which there is confusion regarding when to observe this fast. There are many other things related to this fast which make it even more special. Know further what is the exact date of Vijaya Ekadashi fast and other things related to it…
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When will Ekadashi Tithi last?
According to the Panchang, the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month will start from 12:22 pm on Thursday, February 12 and will continue till 02:26 pm the next day i.e. Friday, February 13. In this way, this date will remain on both the days i.e. 12th and 13th February. For this reason, there is confusion regarding the date of Vijaya Ekadashi fast.
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What is the exact date of Vijaya Ekadashi fast?
According to scholars, Ekadashi fast is always observed keeping in mind the sunrise date. Since the sunrise of Ekadashi tithi will be on 13th February, Friday, Vijaya Ekadashi fast will be observed on this day. Also, it would be best to do all the pujas, remedies, bathing and donations related to Ekadashi on this day. Vijaya Ekadashi fast will be broken the next day i.e. on 14th February, Saturday.
Importance of Vijaya Ekadashi fast
Lord Shri Krishna himself has explained the importance of Vijaya Ekadashi fast to Arjun and said that due to the effect of this fast, a person can get victory in every task and it is also possible to destroy all the sins. Every person who desires victory must observe this fast so that he can attain salvation by enjoying all the pleasures of life. By observing this fast, Lord Shri Ram had also won over the demon king Ravana.
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