Papankusha Ekadashi
Papankusha Ekadashi is observed with devotion as a sacred Ekadashi vrata dedicated to Lord Vishnu. In 2026 it falls on Thursday, October 22, 2026 in Puri, Odisha.
Auspicious Timings & Panchang
📍 Puri, Odisha
Today's Recommendations for Papankusha Ekadashi 2026
Follow these sacred rituals to make the most of this auspicious day
Start the day with sankalpa and prayer
EssentialPerform main puja with Vishnu mantra japa
RecommendedEvening deepa and aarti, then keep night vigil
RecommendedPapankusha Ekadashi Katha
Arjuna asked, "O Lord of the Universe! What is the name of the Ekadashi that occurs during the Shukla Paksha of Ashwina month? What are the benefits of observing this fast?
Please explain this in detail. " Lord Shri Krishna said - "Kuntinandana! The name of the Ekadashi that occurs during the Shukla Paksha of Ashwina month is Papankusha Ekadashi.
By observing this fast, all sins are destroyed, and the person who observes the fast receives eternal merit. On this Ekadashi, one should worship Lord Vishnu to attain the desired results. By performing this worship, one can earn a…
Puja Vidhi - Papankusha Ekadashi
The puja for Papankusha Ekadashi is a sacred ritual that offers us an opportunity to establish a deep connection with divinity. This method is inspired by centuries-old traditions and is performed with devotion, reverence, and the spirit of surrender.
This comprehensive puja guide contains 5 essential steps that can be completed in approximately 30-45 minutes. Each step is explained with clarity and devotion to help you connect with the divine presence of Lord Krishna.
🪔 1. Step 1
Wake before sunrise, bathe, and take the sankalpa (vow) to observe the fast.
🌸 2. Step 2
Set up a clean altar for Lord Vishnu; light a diya and offer flowers, incense, and Tulsi leaves.
📿 3. Step 3
Chant Vishnu Sahasranama and the Ekadashi mantra through the day.
🙏 4. Step 4
Read or listen to the Ekadashi Katha and keep a night vigil (jagaran).
✨ 5. Step 5
Break the fast (Parana) on Dwadashi after offering bhog to the Lord.
The most important aspect of puja is your devotion and faith. Whether you follow each step in detail or adapt it to your circumstances, purity of mind and the spirit of surrender are the foundation of true worship. May Lord Krishna bless you with divine love and eternal peace. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti.
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🍎 Fasting Rules & Guidelines
✅ Allowed Foods
❌ Foods to Avoid
Special Considerations
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Papankusha Ekadashi is observed on Thursday, October 22, 2026 in Puri, Odisha. It is the Shukla Paksha Ekadashi of the Ashwin month (Purnimanta). The Ekadashi tithi ends at 14:49.
Destroys (ankusha means hook) all sins (papa); grants liberation and prosperity
Avoid all grains (rice, wheat, barley), pulses and beans, onion, garlic, and mushrooms, non-vegetarian food, alcohol and tobacco. Permitted phalahar items include fresh fruits, milk, curd, and ghee, sabudana preparations, singhara flour items, dry fruits and nuts, coconut water. Follow your health and family tradition.
Break fast on Dwadashi after sunrise. Parana must be done within Dwadashi tithi. Offer bhog to Lord Vishnu before eating. Feed Brahmins and the poor. Donate food and clothes.
Plan ahead and make light adjustments: take sankalpa at sunrise, keep a fruit/milk phalahar fast through the workday, do mantra japa in spare moments, and complete evening aarti. Sincere intention matters more than rigid observance.