26th or 27th February, when is Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 fast? Know the auspicious time and belief

In Hindu religion, the fast of Ekadashi is considered very special, but Amalaki Ekadashi, which is also known as Rangbhari or Amala Ekadashi, falling in the Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month, has a different significance. It is believed that fasting on this day and worshiping the Amla tree not only relieves a person of his troubles but also frees him from the bondage of birth and death.

The excitement of this day is palpable in Kashi because it is from here that the festival of Holi is formally considered to begin. Let us know what will be the exact date, auspicious time and time of Paran for the fast this year.

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date and auspicious time

According to the calculations of the Panchang, this time the Ekadashi tithi will start from 12:33 pm on 27 February 2026, which will continue till 10:32 pm on the same day. Giving priority to Uday Tithi, the fast will be observed on Friday, 27th February only.

The right time for Amla Puja will be from 6:48 to 11:08 in the morning. On February 28, you can break Paran i.e. fast between 6:47 am to 9:06 am.

combination of four auspicious coincidences

This year’s Amalaki Ekadashi is going to be very fruitful because on this day, 4 big auspicious coincidences are taking place like Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Ayushman Yoga and Saubhagya Yoga. According to astrology, the results of worship and charity done during these yogas are multiplied.

simple method of worship

On this day, wake up early in the morning, take bath, wear clean clothes and take a pledge to fast. In the worship of Lord Vishnu, offer incense, lamp, fruits and especially Tulsi leaves. After this, go to a nearby Amla tree and offer water to it and light a lamp and revolve around it.

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What to do and what things to keep in mind?

Food and drink: Eat buckwheat, sago, makhana kheer or fruits during the fast. It is very auspicious to donate Amla and eat it as Prasad.

Caution: On the day of Ekadashi, rice, pulses, tamasic food like onion-garlic, meat and alcohol should be completely avoided. Also avoid getting angry or speaking ill of anyone.

mythological significance

According to the scriptures, Lord Vishnu resides in the Amla tree. According to an ancient legend, a hunter unknowingly stayed awake all night on this day and listened to the story of God, due to which all the sins of his next birth were washed away. At the same time, it is called ‘Rangbhari Ekadashi’ because it is believed that on this day Lord Shiva came to Kashi for the first time after performing Gauna of Mother Parvati.

Note: The things written in this news are based on religious and local beliefs. We do not confirm this.