Ujjain. Ekadashi has special significance in Hinduism. 24 Ekadashis are celebrated throughout the year, and each Ekadashi has its own significance. It is believed that by following all the rules on this day, a person gets an opportunity to atone for his sins. According to the Panchang, Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month is known as Indira Ekadashi. Worshiping Lord Vishnu on this day liberates one from all sins. Let us know in detail about the date and worship method of Indira Ekadashi from Ujjain's Pandit Anand Bhardwaj.

When will Indira Ekadashi be celebrated?
According to the Hindu calendar, Ekadashi Tithi will begin on Friday, September 27 at 1:20 pm and will end on Saturday, September 28 at 2:49 pm. According to the scriptures, when any Tithi occurs in Udaya Tithi, the fast is observed on that day. On this basis, the Indira Ekadashi fast will be observed on September 28.

Donate these things:
There is a tradition of donating ghee, milk, curd and food on Indira Ekadashi of Ashwin month. On this day, food is served to the needy, which satisfies the ancestors. Donating these things increases happiness and prosperity, brings wealth, and also improves health.

Indira Ekadashi Puja Method…

• On the day of Indira Ekadashi, take a bath in the morning, wear clean clothes, and take a vow to fast. Remember your ancestors and pay tribute to them.
• For puja, first of all, install the idol or picture of Lord Vishnu on a stand and light a ghee lamp.
• Lord Vishnu loves the yellow color, so offer him yellow flowers and sweets. After this, offer other items of worship as well.
• Listen to the story of the fast and perform the aarti of Lord Vishnu.

Do chant these mantras
Om Narayanay Vidmahe. Vasudevaya slows down. Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat. Om Narayanaya Vidmahe. Vasudevaya slows down. Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat.

Om Hreem Kartaviryarjuno Naam Raja Bahu Sahastravan. Yasya smarena matren hratam nashtam cha labhyate.