Mohini Ekadashi मोहिनी
Mohini Ekadashi, in the bright fortnight of Vaishakha, is named for the enchantress form (Mohini) that Vishnu took to recover the nectar of immortality. It is observed to be freed from the bondage of illusion and worldly attachment.
- Lunar month
- Vaishakha
- Paksha
- Shukla (waxing)
- Deity
- Vishnu
Significance
Mohini Ekadashi, in the bright fortnight of Vaishakha, is named for the enchantress form (Mohini) that Vishnu took to recover the nectar of immortality. It is observed to be freed from the bondage of illusion and worldly attachment.
How the fast is kept
Mohini Ekadashi is observed like every Ekadashi - a fast (vrat) sacred to Vishnu, avoiding grains, rice, lentils and beans from sunrise until it is broken the next morning on Dwadashi, within the paran window. Observers keep it as nirjala (without water), phalahar (fruit and non-grain foods) or a single satvik meal, according to their health and devotion. See the full Ekadashi guide for the complete rules and the list of all the Ekadashis.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mohini Ekadashi?
Mohini Ekadashi, in the bright fortnight of Vaishakha, is named for the enchantress form (Mohini) that Vishnu took to recover the nectar of immortality. It is observed to be freed from the bondage of illusion and worldly attachment.
Which month and paksha does Mohini Ekadashi fall in?
Mohini Ekadashi falls in Vaishakha, in the Shukla Paksha (the waxing fortnight).
When is the next Mohini Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH?
The next Mohini Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH is on 16 May 2027.
How is Mohini Ekadashi observed?
Like every Ekadashi, it is kept as a fast (vrat) sacred to Vishnu - avoiding grains, rice and beans - with worship, chanting and charity, and the fast broken the next morning (Dwadashi) during the paran window. See the full Ekadashi guide for the fasting rules.
Last updated 26 July 2026