Overview
- Multiple outlets confirm the 2026 date as Friday, February 27, during Phalguna Shukla Paksha, with devotees observing the Ekadashi fast that day.
- Drik Panchang–cited schedules place Parana on Saturday, February 28, between 6:47 am and 9:06 am, while Republic World lists 6:59 am to 9:20 am.
- The Ekadashi tithi runs from 12:33 am to 10:32 pm on February 27 per Drik Panchang, with Republic World noting Dwadashi ends at 8:43 pm on February 28.
- Ritual practice includes early bathing, Vishnu puja, offerings such as chapan bhog, aarti, and worship of the amla tree, with fasting typically excluding grains and cereals.
- In Kashi, the day is also celebrated as Rangbhari Ekadashi linked to Shiva and Parvati and marks the start of local Holi festivities, while amla is traditionally consumed on Dwadashi for both ritual and Ayurvedic significance.