According to the Hindu calendar, the fast of Putrada Ekadashi is observed during the Shukla Paksha of the Shravan month. This year, the auspicious fast will fall on Sunday, August 23, 2026. This observance holds immense religious significance in Hindu traditions, especially for parents who keep the fast seeking the long life, prosperity, good health, and overall well-being of their children. On this holy day, devotees worship Lord Shri Hari Vishnu with dedicated rituals. For those planning to observe the Putrada Ekadashi fast, understanding the complete and proper worship procedure is essential.
Putrada Ekadashi 2026 Date and Auspicious Yogs
Putrada Ekadashi will be celebrated on Sunday, August 23, 2026. On this day, the Ekadashi tithi of Shravan Shukla Paksha will last throughout Sunday and continue past midnight into the early morning until 4:19 AM. Several auspicious combinations will enhance the day's significance. Sarvarthasiddhi Yog will remain active until 5:44 PM in the evening. Additionally, Mula Nakshatra will prevail until 5:45 PM on Sunday evening. According to traditional beliefs, Putrada Ekadashi on remedies for child's success, health and prosperity offers meaningful ways to seek blessings for youngsters.
Complete Step-by-Step Worship Ritual for Putrada Ekadashi
On the morning of Putrada Ekadashi, devotees should wake up early, take a bath, and put on clean clothes. Afterward, thoroughly clean the home temple or worship area. Prepare a wooden platform to enthrone the idols or pictures of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Spread a yellow or red clean cloth over the platform and carefully place the deities upon it. Light a pure ghee lamp in front of the divine couple and offer incense.
Before beginning the prayers, take some water or unbroiled rice grains in your palm and take a formal vow for the fast. Meditate on Lord Vishnu and commence the rituals. First, offer holy Ganges water and panchamrit to the deities. Apply yellow sandalwood paste, roli, and akshat on Lord Vishnu's forehead.
Tulsi leaves hold supreme importance in the worship of Lord Vishnu, so they must be offered during the rituals. Following this, offer fresh flowers and garlands to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi along with other required ritual items.
Once these offerings are complete, read the Putrada Ekadashi Vrat Katha. Chant sacred mantras dedicated to Lord Vishnu and recite the Vishnu Chalisa. Throughout these prayers, sincerely pray for your child's happiness, good health, and bright future.
Conclude the worship by performing the aarti of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Bow before the deities after the aarti and offer apologies for any unintentional mistakes or shortcomings committed during the worship.
