Utpanna Ekadashi 2025 Date
Ends – 08:15 PM, Dec 15
Parana (Break Fast)

Vrat Significance
Utpanna Ekadashi is a sacred Hindu fasting day observed on December 15, 2025. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu with prayers, fasting, and rituals. Observing this vrat is believed to bring spiritual upliftment, purification, and divine blessings. The vrat katha of Utpanna Ekadashi highlights the spiritual importance of this Ekadashi. It is believed that observing this vrat brings prosperity, forgiveness, and spiritual growth.
ποΈ Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat Katha
Once upon a time, in the ancient city of Varanasi, there lived a devout Brahmin named Ved Sharma. He was a firm believer in the power of fasting and regularly observed Ekadashi Vrat with dedication and devotion.
One year, Utpanna Ekadashi fell on the 11th day of the month of Margashirsha. Ved Sharma was eagerly preparing for this auspicious day and was determined to observe the fast with utmost sincerity.
On the day of Utpanna Ekadashi, Ved Sharma woke up before sunrise, took a holy bath, and began his day by offering prayers to Lord Vishnu. He then started his fast and spent the entire day chanting mantras and reading sacred texts.
As the day passed, Ved Sharma’s devotion and dedication to the Vrat were put to test when a wealthy merchant visited his home. The merchant was in need of urgent assistance and requested Ved Sharma’s help. Despite being aware of the importance of observing the fast, Ved Sharma selflessly attended to the needs of the merchant and provided him with the required support.
As the sun set, Ved Sharma broke his fast and partook in a simple meal. That night, he had a dream in which Lord Vishnu appeared before him and blessed him for his unwavering devotion and selfless service. The Lord praised Ved Sharma for his commitment to the Vrat and assured him of divine blessings and protection.
From that day on, Ved Sharma’s life was filled with prosperity, happiness, and spiritual fulfillment. He continued to observe Ekadashi Vrat with even more dedication and faith, spreading the message of selfless service and devotion to all those around him.
The story of Ved Sharma’s Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat and the blessings he received from Lord Vishnu spread far and wide, inspiring countless others to observe the Vrat with sincerity and dedication, and to serve others selflessly.
So, on this Utpanna Ekadashi of 2025, let us remember the significance of this auspicious day and the power of devotion, selflessness, and fasting. May we all be blessed with the divine grace of Lord Vishnu and find fulfillment in our spiritual journey. Jai Shri Krishna!
πͺ Utpanna Ekadashi Puja Vidhi
1. Begin by waking up early in the morning and taking a bath to purify yourself.
2. Clean the puja area and decorate it with flowers, rangoli, and other auspicious items.
3. Place a picture or idol of Lord Vishnu or Krishna in the puja area.
4. Light a lamp and incense sticks to create a sacred atmosphere.
5. Offer water, flowers, and sandalwood paste to the idol of Lord Vishnu.
6. Recite the Utpanna Ekadashi vrat katha or the story of the Ekadashi to understand its significance.
7. Chant the Vishnu Sahasranama or other Vishnu mantras to seek the blessings of the deity.
8. Offer fruits, sweets, and other vegetarian dishes as prasad to the deity.
9. Perform aarti by circling the lamp in a clockwise direction and singing devotional songs.
10. Conclude the puja by seeking the blessings of Lord Vishnu for good health, prosperity, and happiness for yourself and your family.
11. Distribute the prasad to your family members and also to neighbors and friends.
12. Observe the fast for the entire day and break it the next day after sunrise.
Note: This is a general puja vidhi for Utpanna Ekadashi. You may also consult a priest or a religious authority for specific rituals and customs to be followed.
π All Ekadashis in 2025
Ekadashi Name | Date | Month | Paksha |
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Putrada Ekadashi | January 09, 2025 | Pausha | Shukla |
Katyayani Ekadashi | January 25, 2025 | Magha | Krishna |
Shattila Ekadashi | February 08, 2025 | Magha | Shukla |
Vijaya Ekadashi | February 23, 2025 | Phalguna | Krishna |
Amalaki Ekadashi | March 09, 2025 | Phalguna | Shukla |
Papmochani Ekadashi | March 25, 2025 | Chaitra | Krishna |
Kamada Ekadashi | April 08, 2025 | Chaitra | Shukla |
Apara Ekadashi | April 23, 2025 | Vaishakha | Krishna |
Mohini Ekadashi | May 07, 2025 | Vaishakha | Shukla |
Yogini Ekadashi | May 23, 2025 | Jyeshtha | Krishna |
Nirjala Ekadashi | June 06, 2025 | Jyeshtha | Shukla |
Kamika Ekadashi | June 21, 2025 | Ashadha | Krishna |
Devshayani Ekadashi | July 06, 2025 | Ashadha | Shukla |
Kamika Ekadashi | July 20, 2025 | Ashadha | Krishna |
Putrada Ekadashi | August 04, 2025 | Shravana | Shukla |
Aja Ekadashi | August 18, 2025 | Shravana | Krishna |
Parivartini Ekadashi | September 03, 2025 | Bhadrapada | Shukla |
Indira Ekadashi | September 17, 2025 | Bhadrapada | Krishna |
Papankusha Ekadashi | October 03, 2025 | Ashwin | Shukla |
Pasankusha Ekadashi | October 16, 2025 | Ashwin | Krishna |
Prabodhini Ekadashi | November 01, 2025 | Kartika | Shukla |
Rama Ekadashi | November 15, 2025 | Kartika | Krishna |
Mokshada Ekadashi | December 01, 2025 | Margashirsha | Shukla |
Utpanna Ekadashi | December 15, 2025 | Margashirsha | Krishna |
Putrada Ekadashi | December 30, 2025 | Pausha | Shukla |