- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 05 Jun 2025 01:18 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025 will be observed by devotees on 6th and 7th June, respectively. This highly meritorious Ekadashi Vrat is observed every year on the 11th day of Shukla Paksha of Jyestha month. This sacred Ekadashi Vrat is also known as Pandava Nirjala Ekadashi and Bhimseni Ekadashi. In Hinduism, this Ekadashi is considered to be the greatest and toughest Ekadashi fasts. As the name of this Ekadashi is Nirjala, devotees completely abstain from consuming food as well as water on this significant fast until the parana time arrives. However, some devotees must be wondering what will happen if they consume water on the day of Nirjala Ekadashi? Well, let us find out the answer to this question below. Additionally, know when one can consume water on Nirjala Ekadashi.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: What Will Happen If You Drink Water On Nirjala Ekadashi Vrat?
If you are observing the Nirjala Ekadashi Vrat, drinking water will break your fast and make its merits ineffective for you.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: When To Consume Water On Nirjala Ekadashi?
The devotees are only permitted to use water twice during the Nirjala Ekadashi fast. The first time is when you take a bath early on Brahma Muhurta morning. The second instance occurs during the ritualistic water sipping known as Achaman, which is a component of the resolve to fast.
Other than these two situations, the devotees need to avoid water completely. According to the Hindu legends, Maharishi Ved Vyas Ji also advised Bhima to use only a small amount of water, no more than six mouthfuls for Achaman on Nirjala Ekadashi. Food, fruits and juices should also be avoided on this day.
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Devotees offer prayers to Lord Vishnu on the sacred day of Nirjala Ekadashi, completely fasting from food and even water. (Image Source: Canva)
The devotees can consume water after performing the Parana of Nirjala Ekadashi. The devotees who are observing Nirjala Ekadashi on 6th June can drink water after doing the parana following the Hari Vasara on 7th June 2025. Additionally, the devotees who are observing the Nirjala Ekadashi Vrat on 8th June must perform the parana on 8th June 2025 after Sunrise and before the Dwadashi end moment.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Significance Of Performing Nirjala Ekadashi Vrat
Spiritual beliefs state that worshipping Lord Vishnu and observing Nirjala Ekadashi with devotion and discipline can atone for one's sins and result in spiritual freedom. Observing Nirjala Ekadashi just once, without food or water, is believed to ensure a heavenly afterlife, even for people who have never fasted before. It is said that this strict fast will yield great benefits.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)