Ekadashi 2042 · Krishna paksha · Bhadrapada
Indira Ekadashi 2042
Thursday, 9 October 2042
Tithi begins: Wed 8 Oct, 8:51 PM IST
Tithi ends: Thu 9 Oct, 10:15 PM IST
Parana (break the fast): Fri 10 Oct, 6:18 AM to 12:08 AM 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 2042?
Indira Ekadashi 2042 falls on Thursday, 9 October 2042. The Ekadashi tithi begins Wed 8 Oct, 8:51 PM IST and ends Thu 9 Oct, 10:15 PM IST.
What is the Parana time for Indira Ekadashi 2042?
Break the fast on Friday, 10 October between 6:18 AM and 12:08 AM 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.
Keep exploring, all free