Nirjala Ekadashi 2021: Time, Date, Things to Do, and Importance

There are a total of 24 Ekadashis in a year. It means two Ekadashis come every month. As per the Hindu scriptures, two Ekadashis are added to a year when Adhikamas or Malmas comes. So, it takes the number to 26. Among all 24 Ekadashis, Nirjala Ekadashi has a special significance. It is believed that fasting people get the fruits of all Ekadashi by keeping fast on this day. Nirjala Ekadashi is considered one the most difficult fasts of the year as fasting people spend the whole day without drinking water. During the Mahabharata period, Bhima observed a fast on this Ekadashi. So, it is also known as Bhimseni Ekadashi. Read the content and learn more about Nirjala Ekadashi 2021 significance, date, vrat vidhi, and things to do.

Nirjala Ekadashi 2021 time and date

Like every year, Nirjala Ekadashi falls in June month. According to the law of Nirjala Ekadashi fasting, devotees should not consume water until the fast is over. Check here for details of Nirjala Ekadashi 2021 time and other aspects.

• Day – Monday
• Date – June 21, 2021
• Time – Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha
• Ekadashi Date Start – June 20, starting at 4:21 pm on Sunday
• Ekadashi Date End – June 21, Monday till 1:31 pm on Monday

Nirjala Ekadashi Muhurats

• Brahma Muhurta: 04:03 AM to 04:43 AM
• Amrit Kaal: 08:43 AM to 10:11 AM
• Abhijit Muhurta: 11:54 AM to 12:50 PM
• Vijay Muhurta: 02:42 PM to 03:38 PM
• Twilight Muhurta: 07:07 PM to 07:31 PM
• Nishith Muhurta: 12:02 AM, Jun 22 to 12:42 AM, Jun 22

Nirjala Ekadashi 2021 importance

Whoever worships Lord Vishnu and observes this fast on Nirjala Ekadashi will get the fruits of all Ekadashi fasts. As per Vedic literature, Nirjala Ekadashi is revered as one of the best fasts. Indian astrologers admit that devotees get the result of donating crores of gold by observing fast on this day. Devotees get the blessing of almighty Lord Vishu and attain Vishnu Loka. The gift of longevity and salvation after death are the fruits of this auspicious fast. The person observing this fast is supposed to liberate from all sins due to the mercy of Lord Vishnu. Therefore, one can expect happy life and longevity by doing charity. Devotees interested in observing a fast on Nirjala Ekadashi can talk to famous Indian astrologers and know more about Nirjala Ekadashi 2021 Katha and Vrat Vidhi.

Things to do on Nirjala Ekadashi

• Chant ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya’ mantra.
• Don’t eat food after sunset.
• Light a lamp of ghee in front of Lord Vishnu.
• Offer water to the Sun God.
• Read the Mahatmya of Ekadashi fast and perform aarti.
• Sleep on the ground at night.
• Take a bath with Gangajal and resolve fast.
• Wake up at Brahma Muhurta and recite the name of Lord Vishnu.
• Wear yellow-colored clothes to please Lord Vishnu.
• Worship Lord Vishnu with yellow flowers, fruits, sandalwood, etc.

Devotees can also chat with professional astrologers from India to get detailed information on observing a fast on Nirjala Ekadashi in a fuss-free manner. You can also use your smartphone and download astrology apps to get the best out of this special day.