Do not donate these things even by mistake on Pausha Putrada Ekadashi, otherwise your luck may deteriorate in 2026.

New Delhi: The Ekadashi falling in the Shukla Paksha of Paush month is called Paush Ekadashi. This year this holy date is falling on 30th December and the special thing is that it is also the last Ekadashi of the year 2025. It is believed that fasting, worship and charity done as per rituals on this day leads to special virtuous results.

Being the last Ekadashi of the year, its virtuous effect is believed to last till the coming new year 2026. This is the reason why on this day it is advised to avoid any such work, which can give inauspicious results in future. The fast of Pausha Putrada Ekadashi is considered especially important for the happiness of children, progress of the family and to get the blessings of Lord Vishnu.

Religious importance of Pausha Putrada Ekadashi

According to religious beliefs, performing puja with devotion and rules on Pausha Putrada Ekadashi removes problems related to children. There is special significance in doing charity on this date, but donation of some things is prohibited in the scriptures. It is believed that donating these things can bring inauspicious results instead of good ones.

What not to donate on Pausha Putrada Ekadashi

iron and black objects

According to the scriptures, iron or anything made of iron should not be donated on the day of Pausha Putrada Ekadashi. Along with this, donation of black sesame seeds and black clothes is also considered prohibited. It is believed that these things are related to Saturn and negative influences, which can increase obstacles in life.

donation of oil

One should also avoid donating oil on Pausha Putrada Ekadashi. According to religious beliefs, donating oil on this day can hinder the happiness of children and there is a possibility of increasing financial problems.

donation of salt

On this auspicious date, do not donate salt or lend salt to anyone even by mistake. It has been said in the scriptures that by doing this, one becomes a partner in sin instead of virtue.

Disclaimer: This is based on religious beliefs, JBT does not endorse it.