Ekadashi has a sacred and important place in the Hindu calendar. These days come twice monthly, but each one feels different, and their rituals are performed differently. Amalaki Ekadashi is celebrated in the Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month and is considered more important than all other Ekadashis.
According to Drik Panchang, Amalaki Ekadashi is on February 27, 2026. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu with the Amla tree.
On this day, devotees observe fast, perform puja and adopt remedies.
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Amalaki Ekadashau 2026 date and date time
According to Drik Panchang,
date – 27 February 2026 (Friday)
It will start at 12:33 pm on 27th February and end at 10:32 pm.
The fast will be broken the next day, Parana will take place between 6:47 am and 9:06 am on Saturday, February 28.
Remedies to be taken by devotees on Amalaki Ekadashi
1. Worship Amla tree
Devotees worship Lord Vishnu in the presence of Amla tree and offer Amla fruit during the rituals.
If devotees donate or plant Amla plant on this day, it is considered very auspicious and good.
2. Tulsi Puja
Worship of Tulsi on any Ekadashi is considered very important and sacred and it is even more important on Amalaki Ekadashi.
Devotees light a ghee lamp near the Tulsi plant and place it near the Amla tree and chant the mantra: “Mahaprasad Janani, Sarva Saubhagyavardhini, Aadhi Vyadhi Har Nityam, Tulsi Tvam Namostute.”
It is believed that this ritual pleases Lord Vishnu and helps in fulfillment of heartfelt desires.
3. Sandalwood remedies
Sandalwood also has an important ritual on this day. Devotees believed that Lord Vishnu loved yellow sandalwood and Gopi sandalwood.
They apply sandalwood tilak first on the idol and then on their forehead.
This ritual brings peace, positivity and blessings.
4. Bathing the deity with conch shell
The conch has symbolic importance in Vishnu worship. On this day, devotees fill the conch with raw milk and Ganga water and anoint Lord Vishnu or Shaligram.
It is believed that this puja invites peace, prosperity and harmony in the home.
Importance of Amalaki Ekadashi
1. Removing past sins and negativity
According to Drik Panchang, performing sincere puja and fasting on this day helps in reducing the burden of past karmas and removes obstacles from life.
2. Blessings of health and good fortune
Since Amla is also associated with health and nutrition, this Ekadashi symbolizes both physical well-being and spiritual growth.
3. Spiritual and mental purification
It is believed that fasting on Amalaki Ekadashi purifies the body and mind. It encourages self-discipline, positive thinking and spiritual focus.
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 is more than just a fasting day; It is a meaningful opportunity to strengthen faith, practice self-discipline and express gratitude towards nature. Through devotion to Vishnu and worship of the sacred Amla tree, devotees seek peace, positivity and security in their lives. This day gently reminds us to stop, purify our thoughts and move forward with new hope and spiritual strength.
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