Parivartini Ekadashi परिवर्तिनी
Parivartini Ekadashi, in the bright fortnight of Bhadrapada, marks the point where Vishnu is said to turn (parivartana) on his cosmic serpent-bed during his four-month sleep. It falls within Chaturmas and is associated with the Vamana avatar.
- Lunar month
- Bhadrapada
- Paksha
- Shukla (waxing)
- Deity
- Vishnu
Significance
Parivartini Ekadashi, in the bright fortnight of Bhadrapada, marks the point where Vishnu is said to turn (parivartana) on his cosmic serpent-bed during his four-month sleep. It falls within Chaturmas and is associated with the Vamana avatar.
How the fast is kept
Parivartini 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 Parivartini Ekadashi?
Parivartini Ekadashi, in the bright fortnight of Bhadrapada, marks the point where Vishnu is said to turn (parivartana) on his cosmic serpent-bed during his four-month sleep. It falls within Chaturmas and is associated with the Vamana avatar.
Which month and paksha does Parivartini Ekadashi fall in?
Parivartini Ekadashi falls in Bhadrapada, in the Shukla Paksha (the waxing fortnight).
When is the next Parivartini Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH?
The next Parivartini Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH is on 22 September 2026.
How is Parivartini 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