Ashadhi Ekadashi 2025: Date, rituals, spiritual meaning, and why it's observed

Devshayani Ekadashi, also referred to as Ashadi Ekadashi, Padma Ekadashi, or Hari Shayani Ekadashi, will be observed on Sunday, July 6, 2025. This auspicious occasion occurs on the Ekadashi tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashadha and signifies the commencement of Chaturmas—the four sacred months in the Hindu calendar.

Ashadi Ekadashi Date 2025
Ashadhi Ekadashi 2025 (also known as Devshayani or Shayani Ekadashi) falls on Sunday, 6 July 2025.

Spiritual Significance
Ashadhi Ekadashi marks the beginning of Chaturmas, the four holy months during which Lord Vishnu is believed to go into a cosmic slumber (Yoga Nidra) on the Ksheersagar (ocean of milk). Devotees observe this day with great reverence, seeking blessings for spiritual growth, prosperity, and liberation.

This day also holds special significance for the Vaishnavite tradition, as devotees refrain from tamasic foods and dedicate the day to bhajans, prayers, and fasting.

Alternate Names of Devshayani Ekadashi
This auspicious Ekadashi is known by different names across regions:

• Padma Ekadashi
• Ashadi Ekadashi
• Hari Shayani Ekadashi
• Devshayani Ekadashi

Key Rituals and Practices

• Fasting: Most devotees observe a strict fast, consuming only fruits and water, or a nirjala fast (without food and water).
• Puja: Special prayers are offered to Lord Vishnu and Lakshmi. Devotees recite Vishnu Sahasranama and other sacred hymns.
• Parana (breaking the fast): The fast is broken on the next day, Monday, 7 July 2025, during a specific time window.