Pausha Putrada Ekadashi: The last Putrada Ekadashi of the year on 30th or 31st December, know the right time for fasting and Parana.

Paush Putrada Ekadashi:In Hindu religion, Ekadashi fast is considered very sacred and fruitful. Every month there is one Ekadashi each in Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha, which have different religious significance. Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Paush month is called Putrada Ekadashi and it is especially kept to wish for the happiness of children.

The end of the year 2025 and the beginning of the new year 2026 is happening with this holy fast. This time there is confusion among people regarding Pausha Putrada Ekadashi whether the fast should be observed on 30th December or 31st December. Besides, devotees also want information about the auspicious time of Paran. Let us know the exact date of Putrada Ekadashi this time, Parana time and methods of worship.

Date of Paush Putrada Ekadashi fast

According to Drik Panchang, Putrada Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Paush month will start at 7.51 am on December 30 and will end at 5 am on December 31. That means this fast is falling in two days.

According to tradition, householders consider it appropriate to fast on 30th December. Whereas, people of Vaishnav sect will keep it on 31st December. Thus, devotees can observe fast on any of these two days as per their convenience.

Parana time of Putrada Ekadashi

Devotees who will fast on 30th December can break it till 1:26 pm on 31st December.
At the same time, for the devotees who will keep fast on 31st December, their Parana can be done on 1st January 2026 from 7.14 am to 9.18 am.

Special remedies for Putrada Ekadashi

This day is considered very auspicious as the new year begins with Putrada Ekadashi. Taking the following measures on this day brings happiness, prosperity and positive energy in the house:

• After morning bath, recite Sahasranama of Lord Vishnu.
• Donating yellow colored items is beneficial.
• Donating a lamp maintains happiness and positive energy in the house.

Devotees believe that the fasts and remedies of Putrada Ekadashi bring happiness and mental peace in the house along with the happiness of children.