Vijaya Ekadashi विजया
Vijaya Ekadashi, in the waning fortnight of Phalguna, is observed for victory (vijaya) in difficult undertakings. Tradition holds that Rama kept this fast before crossing the ocean to Lanka.
- Lunar month
- Phalguna
- Paksha
- Krishna (waning)
- Deity
- Vishnu
Significance
Vijaya Ekadashi, in the waning fortnight of Phalguna, is observed for victory (vijaya) in difficult undertakings. Tradition holds that Rama kept this fast before crossing the ocean to Lanka.
How the fast is kept
Vijaya 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 Vijaya Ekadashi?
Vijaya Ekadashi, in the waning fortnight of Phalguna, is observed for victory (vijaya) in difficult undertakings. Tradition holds that Rama kept this fast before crossing the ocean to Lanka.
Which month and paksha does Vijaya Ekadashi fall in?
Vijaya Ekadashi falls in Phalguna, in the Krishna Paksha (the waning fortnight).
When is the next Vijaya Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH?
The next Vijaya Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH is on 2 April 2027.
How is Vijaya 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