Ekadashi 2030 · Krishna paksha · Bhadrapada
Indira Ekadashi 2030
Monday, 23 September 2030
Tithi begins: Sun 22 Sep, 6:21 PM IST
Tithi ends: Mon 23 Sep, 7:11 PM IST
Parana (break the fast): Tue 24 Sep, 6:10 AM to 7:15 PM IST
About Indira Ekadashi
Indira Ekadashi falls inside Pitru Paksha. The tradition holds that its merit can be offered for departed ancestors, so many observe it with a prayer or charity in their name.
How it is observed
- Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common.
- Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
- The fast is broken the next morning (Parana) within the Parana window, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
- If you cannot fast fully, a simple fruit-and-milk day or a sincere partial fast is widely accepted. Elders, children, the unwell and pregnant women are traditionally excused from strict fasting.
Traditional observance and faith, not a guarantee or advice. Follow your own family or temple custom where it differs.
More Ekadashi dates
Computed from NASA JPL DE421 Sun and Moon positions, Delhi sunrise. Other cities can differ by a day; confirm with your local temple or priest.
Frequently asked questions
When is Indira Ekadashi in 2030?
Indira Ekadashi 2030 falls on Monday, 23 September 2030. The Ekadashi tithi begins Sun 22 Sep, 6:21 PM IST and ends Mon 23 Sep, 7:11 PM IST.
What is the Parana time for Indira Ekadashi 2030?
Break the fast on Tuesday, 24 September between 6:10 AM and 7:15 PM IST, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
What is Indira Ekadashi?
Indira Ekadashi falls inside Pitru Paksha. The tradition holds that its merit can be offered for departed ancestors, so many observe it with a prayer or charity in their name.
Which month and paksha is Indira Ekadashi?
It falls in the Krishna paksha of Bhadrapada (Krishna paksha of Ashwin, during Pitru Paksha).
What are the rules of the Ekadashi fast?
Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common. Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
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