Putrada Ekadashi 2026: Date, Pavitra Ekadashi, Vrat & Mantra
Shravana Putrada (Pavitra) Ekadashi 2026 (~23–24 August): Vishnu Ekadashi for children’s welfare — significance, the Mahijit katha, vrat vidhi, mantra & diaspora guide.
Shravana Putrada (Pavitra) Ekadashi 2026 (~23–24 August): Vishnu Ekadashi for children’s welfare — significance, the Mahijit katha, vrat vidhi, mantra & diaspora guide.
Putrada Ekadashi — also Pavitra / Pavitropana Ekadashi — is the Shravana Shukla Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu, kept especially for the wellbeing and blessing of children. In 2026 it falls around 23–24 August, within Shravana Masam 2026.
Putrada Ekadashi 2026 Date
- Date: ~23–24 August 2026 (Shravana Shukla Ekadashi) — confirm with your panchang
- Also called: Pavitra / Pavitropana Ekadashi
- Abroad: the Ekadashi tithi can shift ±1 day by local sunrise
Significance
"Putrada" means the giver of progeny. Couples observe this Ekadashi praying for children and for the long life and welfare of their offspring. As Pavitra Ekadashi, a sacred pavitra (thread) is offered to the deity in temples (Pavitropana/Pavitrotsavam), purifying any lapses in the year’s worship.
Story & Katha
The Bhavishyottara Purana relates King Mahijit of Mahishmati, who was childless and troubled; on the sages’ counsel he and his queen observed the Shravana Putrada Ekadashi with devotion and were blessed with a virtuous son — establishing the Ekadashi’s power to grant santana and welfare.
Vrat & Puja Vidhi
- Bathe and take a sankalpam for the Ekadashi vrat.
- Worship Vishnu with Tulasi, flowers, a lamp and naivedya; avoid rice and grains.
- Spend the day in japa, Vishnu Sahasranama and jagarana.
- Break the fast (parana) the next morning on Dwadasi after worship.
Mantra
Vishnu: ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय · oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya · ఓం నమో భగవతే వాసుదేవాయ; also ॐ नमो नारायणाय.
For the Diaspora
Vishnu and Venkateswara temples across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, the UAE and Germany observe Ekadashi and Pavitrotsavam programs. At home, keep the fast around your work day, worship Vishnu with Tulasi, and chant the Vasudeva mantra.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Putrada Ekadashi 2026?
Shravana Putrada (Pavitra/Pavitropana) Ekadashi falls around 23–24 August 2026 (Shravana Shukla Ekadashi) — confirm with your local panchang.
What is Putrada Ekadashi for?
It is a Vishnu Ekadashi observed especially for the wellbeing and blessing of children (putra/santana); it is also called Pavitra Ekadashi, when a sacred pavitra (thread) is offered to the Lord.
How is it observed?
With a full or partial Ekadashi fast, worship of Vishnu with Tulasi, jagarana (night vigil) and chanting, broken (parana) the next morning on Dwadasi.
What is the main mantra?
Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya and Om Namo Narayanaya; many recite the Vishnu Sahasranama.
Key Takeaways
- Putrada Ekadashi 2026: ~23–24 August (Shravana Shukla Ekadashi).
- Vishnu Ekadashi for the welfare of children; also Pavitra Ekadashi.
- Keep the fast, worship Vishnu with Tulasi, chant the Vasudeva mantra.
