Date: Sunday, 15 February 2026
Tithi: Shukla Paksha Ekadashi
Month: Magha (North India) / Magha (Amanta)
Occasion: Jaya Ekadashi
Day: Sunday

🌼 Significance of Jaya Ekadashi

Jaya Ekadashi is a highly auspicious fasting day dedicated to Lord Vishnu and especially His form Sri Hari.
This Ekadashi is said to grant freedom from sins, relief from obstacles, and liberation from ghostly or negative energies (Preta dosha nivarana).

As mentioned in the Padma Purana, observing this fast leads to:
✅ Protection from negative influences
✅ Mental clarity and spiritual upliftment
✅ Peace, prosperity, and divine blessings
✅ Relief from past karmic burdens

🌿 Jaya Ekadashi Puja Vidhi

1. Early Morning Rituals

• Take a holy bath during Brahma Muhurta.
• Wear clean, light-colored clothes.
• Resolve to observe the Ekadashi fast.

2. Fasting Rules

• Strict Fast (Nirjala) for devotees capable of it.
• Others may take:
  • Fruits
  • Milk
  • Nuts
  • Vrat-friendly foods
• Avoid grains, rice, pulses, and lentils.

3. Vishnu Puja

• Offer Tulsi leaves, incense, diya, and yellow flowers.
• Chant:
  • “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”
  • Vishnu Sahasranama (recommended)

4. Night Vigil (Jagran)

• Devotees stay awake chanting bhajans for Lord Vishnu.

5. Parana (Breaking the Fast)

• The fast is broken on Dwadashi Tithi, after sunrise, at an auspicious time.

🕗 Parana Timing (Approx., India)

• 16 February 2026 (Monday)
• Morning window: 7:10 AM – 9:00 AM
  (Exact time varies by city; check local panchang)

🌟 Benefits of Jaya Ekadashi

• Removes negative energies
• Brings inner peace and mental strength
• Grants blessings of Lord Vishnu
• Helps in spiritual progress
• Improves household harmony

❓ FAQ – Jaya Ekadashi 2026

1. When is Jaya Ekadashi in 2026?

Jaya Ekadashi falls on Sunday, 15 February 2026.

2. Which deity is worshipped on Jaya Ekadashi?

Lord Vishnu, primarily in His sustaining form, Sri Hari.

3. What should be avoided during Ekadashi?

Avoid rice, grains, lentils, onions, garlic, and non-vegetarian food.

4. What time is Parana?

Parana is done on 16 February 2026 during the Dwadashi morning period.

5. What is the main benefit of this Ekadashi?

It frees devotees from sins and removes negative or ghostly influences.