Utpanna Ekadashi उत्पन्ना
Utpanna Ekadashi, in the dark fortnight of Margashirsha, commemorates the origin (utpanna) of the goddess Ekadashi, said to have arisen from Vishnu to vanquish the demon Mura. It is regarded as the observance from which the Ekadashi vow itself begins.
- Lunar month
- Margashirsha
- Paksha
- Krishna (waning)
- Deity
- Vishnu
Significance
Utpanna Ekadashi, in the dark fortnight of Margashirsha, commemorates the origin (utpanna) of the goddess Ekadashi, said to have arisen from Vishnu to vanquish the demon Mura. It is regarded as the observance from which the Ekadashi vow itself begins.
How the fast is kept
Utpanna 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 Utpanna Ekadashi?
Utpanna Ekadashi, in the dark fortnight of Margashirsha, commemorates the origin (utpanna) of the goddess Ekadashi, said to have arisen from Vishnu to vanquish the demon Mura. It is regarded as the observance from which the Ekadashi vow itself begins.
Which month and paksha does Utpanna Ekadashi fall in?
Utpanna Ekadashi falls in Margashirsha, in the Krishna Paksha (the waning fortnight).
When is the next Utpanna Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH?
The next Utpanna Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH is on 3 January 2027.
How is Utpanna 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