Varuthini Ekadashi 2026: Date, Puja Vidhi, Muhurat & Powerful Mantras to Worship Lord Vishnu and Lakshmi

Varuthini Ekadashi is being observed on Monday, April 13, 2026, during the Krishna Paksha of the Vaishakha month. This sacred day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

Devotees believe that observing this fast brings happiness, prosperity, and protection from troubles, while also helping cleanse past sins.

🌸 Significance of Varuthini Ekadashi

Varuthini Ekadashi holds special importance in Hindu tradition:

• It is believed that Lord Vishnu blesses devotees with protection and success
• Observing the fast helps remove negative karma
• It is considered highly auspicious for wealth, health, and spiritual growth

🪔 Varuthini Ekadashi Puja Vidhi (Step-by-Step Rituals)

Follow these rituals to perform the पूजा properly:

1. Wake up early during Brahma Muhurat and take a holy bath
2. Wear clean clothes, preferably yellow, saffron, or orange
3. Clean the पूजा area and sprinkle Ganga water for purification
4. Place a yellow cloth and install an idol or picture of Lord Vishnu
5. Perform Abhishek with Panchamrit
6. Offer:
   • Yellow flowers
   • Sandalwood paste
   • Tulsi leaves
7. Light a ghee lamp (diya)
8. Worship Goddess Lakshmi along with Vishnu and offer cosmetics
9. Offering melon (kharbuja) is considered especially शुभ (auspicious)

🔔 Powerful Vishnu Mantras to Chant

Chanting these mantras enhances spiritual benefits:

• Om Namo Narayanaya
• Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya
• Om Achyutaya Namah, Om Anantaya Namah, Om Govindaya Namah
• Om Shri Vishnave Cha Vidmahe Vasudevaya Dhimahi, Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat

💰 Lakshmi Mantras for Prosperity

To seek blessings of Goddess Lakshmi:

• Om Shreem Hreem Shreem Kamale Kamalalaye Praseed Praseed
• Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Mahalakshmyai Namah
• Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Siddha Lakshmyai Namah

⏰ Varuthini Ekadashi 2026 Muhurat Timings

Here are the important timings for the day:

• Brahma Muhurat: 04:28 AM – 05:13 AM
• Pratah Sandhya: 04:51 AM – 05:58 AM
• Abhijit Muhurat: 11:56 AM – 12:47 PM
• Vijay Muhurat: 02:30 PM – 03:21 PM
• Godhuli Muhurat: 06:44 PM – 07:07 PM
• Sayahna Sandhya: 06:46 PM – 07:53 PM
• Nishita Muhurat: 11:59 PM – 12:44 AM (April 14)

Choghadiya Muhurat:

• Amrit: 05:58 AM – 07:34 AM
• Shubh: 09:10 AM – 10:46 AM
• Labh: 03:34 PM – 05:10 PM
• Amrit: 05:10 PM – 06:46 PM

🙏 Why You Should Observe This Fast

Observing Varuthini Ekadashi is believed to:

• Protect from negative influences
• Bring peace and prosperity
• Fulfill wishes and desires
• Strengthen spiritual connection

🌼 Conclusion

Varuthini Ekadashi is not just a ritual but a path to spiritual discipline and divine blessings. By following the proper पूजा विधि and chanting sacred mantras, devotees can invite positivity, success, and divine grace into their lives.