Kamada Ekadashi 2026 in India: Vrat Date, Muhurat & Katha
Vrat Date (Ekadashi)
29-03-2026
Parana (Fast Break)
30-03-2026
In 2026, the auspicious Kamada Ekadashi will be observed on 29-03-2026. According to Vedic Panchang, the Ekadashi Tithi begins at 2026-03-28 08:46 and ends at 2026-03-29 07:46. Devotees should break their fast during the Parana window of 06:00 - 07:10 on 30-03-2026 for successful completion of the Vrat.
📅 Detailed Muhurat for 2026
Tithi Starts
28-03-2026 | 08:46
Tithi Ends
29-03-2026 | 07:46
Hari Vasara End
29-03-2026 | 13:37
About Kamada Ekadashi
Kamada Ekadashi is the first Ekadashi of the Hindu New Year, occurring during the Shukla Paksha of the Chaitra month. The word 'Kamada' signifies 'the fulfiller of desires.' According to the Varaha Purana, observing this fast has the power to cleanse a devotee of all sins and grant the fulfillment of their deepest aspirations. The legend of Kamada Ekadashi involves Lalit and Lalita, a celestial couple (Gandharva and Apsara). Due to a curse from King Pundarika, Lalit was transformed into a monstrous cannibal (Rakshasa). It was through the merit of Kamada Ekadashi, observed by Lalita under the guidance of Sage Shringi, that Lalit regained his original celestial form. This narrative emphasizes that even the most severe transformations caused by negative karma can be reversed through sincere devotion and the power of this specific vrat.
Pooja Vidhi (Rituals)
Wake up during Brahma Muhurta and take a ceremonial bath.
Worship Lord Vishnu (specifically the Krishna or Vasudeva form) with sandalwood and yellow flowers.
Offer prayers for the specific desire or resolution (Sankalpa) you wish to fulfill.
Strictly abstain from grains and beans; maintain a fruit-based or liquid diet.
Read or listen to the Kamada Ekadashi Vrat Katha with complete focus.
Remain truthful and avoid harsh speech or criticism of others throughout the day.
Keep a night vigil (Jagran) to amplify the spiritual benefits of the fast.
Benefits of this Fast
- ✓ Fulfills cherished desires and aspirations.
- ✓ Liberates one from the effects of curses (Shrap-mukti) and negative karma.
- ✓ Grants clarity of thought and speech.
- ✓ Promotes harmony in domestic and social life.
- ✓ Provides the merit of visiting sacred pilgrimages and performing high sacrifices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is Kamada Ekadashi considered a 'New Year reset'?
Being the first Ekadashi of the Chaitra month, it allows devotees to start the lunar year with a clean slate by dissolving past sins.
Q: Can this Ekadashi help in getting rid of ancestral curses?
Yes, its primary spiritual attribute is 'Mukti' from long-standing karmic burdens and curses.
Q: What is the specific deity to be worshipped today?
Lord Vishnu in His 'Vasudeva' or 'Krishna' form is usually worshipped on this day.