Ekadashi Fasts for 2025 and Recommendations for Observing Them from the Prayas Meditation Center
Ekadashi are special days when spiritual practices become especially effective, and fasting serves as a means to cleanse the mind, body, and soul. Abstaining from food, especially grains and legumes, helps channel energy towards self-improvement. Below is the calendar of Ekadashi fasts for 2025, along with advice on how to properly start and end the fast.
Ekadashi Fast Calendar for 2025
January 2025:
✅ Putrada Ekadashi: January 10
✅ Shattila Ekadashi: January 25
February 2025:
✅ Bhaimi Ekadashi: February 8
✅ Jaya Ekadashi: February 24
March 2025:
✅ Vijaya Ekadashi: March 9
✅ Amalaki Ekadashi: March 25
April 2025:
✅ Papamochani Ekadashi: April 8
✅ Kamada Ekadashi: April 24
May 2025:
✅ Varuthini Ekadashi: May 8
✅ Mohini Ekadashi: May 23
June 2025:
✅ Apara Ekadashi: June 8
✅ Nirjala Ekadashi: June 22
July 2025:
✅ Yogini Ekadashi: July 6
✅ Harishayani Ekadashi: July 21
August 2025:
✅ Kamika Ekadashi: August 5
✅ Pavitropana (Shravana) Ekadashi: August 19
September 2025:
✅ Annada Ekadashi: September 3
✅ Parshva Ekadashi: September 17
October 2025:
✅ Indira Ekadashi: October 3
✅ Pashankusha Ekadashi: October 17
November 2025:
✅ Rama Ekadashi: November 2
✅ Uttana Ekadashi: November 16
December 2025:
✅ Utpanna Ekadashi: December 1
✅ Mokshada Ekadashi: December 15
✅ Saphala Ekadashi: December 30
Recommendations for Observing Ekadashi Fasting in 2025
Preparation for the Fast:
✅ A day before the fast, limit the consumption of heavy foods, especially meat, fish, onions, and garlic.
✅ Begin your fast day with spiritual practices such as meditation or yoga to prepare your mind and body.
Dietary Restrictions:
✅ Avoid consuming grains, legumes, and foods made from them.
✅ You may eat fruits, dairy products (if not on a strict fast), nuts, honey, and drink water.
Spiritual Practice and Meditation:
✅ Dedicate more time to meditation, prayer, or reading sacred texts.
✅ Focus on avoiding negative emotions and devote time to your spiritual growth.
Proper Breaking of the Fast:
✅ After completing the fast, break it gradually: start with water or juice, then move on to light food.