Indira Ekadashi 2025: Significance, date, and spiritual benefits of the sacred fast

Indira Ekadashi is a highly sacred Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu, observed during the Krishna Paksha of the Ashwin month. In 2025, it falls on Wednesday, September 17, when devotees observe a full-day fast with deep devotion. The vrat is spiritually significant, believed to bring liberation to ancestors’ souls and blessings from Lord Vishnu.

Indira Ekadashi 2025 Date and Time

Event	Date and Time
Indira Ekadashi	Wednesday, September 17
Ekadashi Tithi Begins	12:21 AM, Sep 17, 2025
Ekadashi Tithi Ends	11:39 PM, Sep 17, 2025
Parana (Breaking Fast)	06:12 AM – 08:38 AM, Sep 18
Dwadashi End Time	11:24 PM, Sep 18, 2025

Significance of Indira Ekadashi Vrat

Observing the Indira Ekadashi fast is believed to help souls attain salvation and free them from the sufferings of Yamaloka. Devotees follow this vrat not only for spiritual merit and moksha but also to bring peace and prosperity to their families.


The vrat serves as a way to express devotion to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe. Those who observe it with sincerity are believed to receive divine blessings that remove sins and obstacles from their lives.

Indira Ekadashi 2025 provides devotees an auspicious opportunity to honor Lord Vishnu and bring peace to the souls of ancestors. By observing the vrat faithfully, devotees can attain spiritual merit while ensuring peace, prosperity, and blessings in their own lives.