Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2026: Date, Vrat Vidhi & Katha

Putrada Ekadashi 2026

Putrada Ekadashi 2026, also called पुत्रदा एकादशी, is a significant vrat in Sanatana Dharma, observed in devotion to Lord Vishnu. The name literally means “giver of sons”—putra (son) + da (giver). This fast is specially observed by couples who desire a child. Over time, it has also become a symbol of general fertility, prosperity, and marital harmony

Two such Putrada Ekadashis are celebrated annually—one in Pausha month is (December–January) and another in Shravana (July–August). These are considered among the most potent Ekadashi fasts for child boon, spiritual growth, and ancestral peace

Putrada Ekadashi 2026 Date | पुत्रदा एकादशी कब है 2026

The two annual Putrada Ekadashi observances surrounding the 2026 calendar year fall on these dates ( Putrada Ekadashi Kab Hai):

• Pausha Putrada Ekadashi: 30 December 2025 (Tuesday)
• Shravana (Sawan) Putrada Ekadashi 2026: 23 August 2026 (Tuesday), also referred to as Sawan Putrada Ekadashi or Pavitropana Ekadashi

Putrada Ekadashi Tithi & Muhurat

For Shravana Putrada Ekadashi on 23 August 2026, Ekadashi Tithi and Parana timings vary by location; confirm the local Panchang before beginning and breaking the fast. Parana is observed on 24 August after sunrise within the locally prescribed window. This day often features auspicious yogas like Ravi Yoga, amplifying the merit of the vrat.

Sawan Putrada Ekadashi (श्रावण पुत्रदा एकादशी)

The Shravana Putrada Ekadashi—also known as Pavitropana Ekadashi—is observed in the Shukla Paksha of Shravana (July–August). In 2026, it falls on Sunday, 23 August; the Vaishnava observance is Monday, 24 August. Commonly held by couples seeking progeny, it’s believed to cleanse ancestral karma, grant progeny, and ensure spiritual upliftment

This vrat holds particular significance among Vaishnavas, and is often marked with fasting, vigil, puja to Lord Vishnu, and charitable deeds

Putrada Ekadashi Vrat Vidhi (पुत्रदा एकादशी व्रत विधि)

To observe Putrada Ekadashi Vrat properly:

• Prepare before dawn—wake early, take a bath, and wear clean clothes.
• Sankalp: Take a vow dedicating the fast to Lord Vishnu, expressing your intention for progeny and family welfare.
• Fasting: Many observe a strict fast or a fruit-and-milk fast; some follow nirjala (without water) if health allows. Others take light satvik meals after sunrise of Dwadashi (Parana).
• Puja: Offer Tulsi leaves, flowers, fruits, incense, and recite prayers or Vishnu Sahasranama.
  
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• Vigil: Stay awake through the night, chanting dhyana, mantras, or bhajans.
• Parana: Break fast during designated Parana time on Dwadashi morning, eating simple, boiled grains or fruits. Offer dakshina or charity to Brahmins for increased spiritual merit.

Putrada Ekadashi Vrat Katha / Putrada Ekadashi Ki Katha (पुत्रदा एकादशी व्रत कथा)

The legendary Putrada Ekadashi vrat katha comes from the Bhavishya Purana, as recited by Lord Krishna to Yudhishthira. King Mahajit of Mahishmati was childless and sought guidance for the welfare of his family and kingdom. His advisers approached Sage Lomasha, who advised the people to observe Shravana Putrada Ekadashi and dedicate the merit of the vrat to the king. He observes the Puja and fast on Putrada Ekadashi 2026 with devotion. He is blessed with a son soon after, and his ancestors attain peace. This story highlights the vrata’s capability to grant progeny, karma purification, and ancestral blessing

Putrada Ekadashi Vrat Items (Samagri)

To perform the Putrada Ekadashi 2026 vrat:

• Tulsi leaves, fresh flowers, fruits (banana, pomegranate), ghee, milk, incense.
• Rice and satvik prasad, offering in puja and for Parana.
• Optional: coconut, sandalwood paste, akshat, and holy water (Gangajal).
• Provide dakshina (money/food/clothes) to Brahmins or needy as charity for additional merit.

Putrada Ekadashi Upaay (पुत्रदा एकादशी उपाय)

These spiritual remedies enhance the vrat’s effectiveness:

• Charity: Feeding Brahmins or poor, donating grains or clothing.
• Reciting Vishnu Sahasranama, or chanting Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.
• Daily reading of the vrat katha with proper devotion, ideally to children or elders.
• Waking early, maintaining satvik conduct, silent meditation, and mantra repetition.

Observing fast on both Putrada Ekadashis consecutively increases spiritual benefits and is considered highly meritorious in ancestral and progeny-related desires.

Putrada Ekadashi Significance & Rituals

Here are the Putrada Ekadashi 2026 Significance:

• Observers fast strictly (often without water), sleep in Lord Vishnu’s presence, recite Vishnu Sahasranama, donate to Brahmins, and observe a vigil at night.
• Charity and satsang are encouraged. The vrat is believed to relieve grief, debt, and disease, and lead to spiritual liberation (moksha).