By: Express Web Desk New Delhi | August 19, 2025 08:53 AM IST 2 min readAja Ekadashi 2025: All you need to knowAja Ekadashi 2025 Date and Timings: Ekadashi is one of the most significant days in Hinduism, as devotees observe fasts and worship Lord Vishnu and Maa Lakshmi in the hope of receiving heavenly benefits.The Aja Ekadashi fast is observed annually, falling on the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of the Bhadrapada month during the sacred Chaturmas period, when Lord Vishnu is believed to be in deep, yogic sleep.This year, it is being observed on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, with Ekadashi Tithi beginning on August 18 at 05:22 PM and concluding on August 19 at 03:32 PM, according to Drik Panchang.On this day, devotees fast strictly to seek forgiveness for sins, blessings for prosperity, and the route to Moksha.READ: When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Know date, timings, significance and moreOn 20th August, the auspicious time for Parana (breaking the fast) begins at 06:00 AM and ends at 08:32 AM. The Dwadashi Tithi, which is significant for Parana, will come to an end at 01:58 PM on the same day.On August 20, the fast can be broken between 05:15 and 07:49 a.m. Break your fast during this time.The Ekadashi fast concludes the following day, on Dwadashi Tithi. It is believed that not breaking the fast prevents the seeker from receiving the full advantages of the fast.Story continues below this adMan should possess unwavering faith in God. Those who remain steadfast on the path of truth, even in challenging circumstances, will ultimately reach heaven. The essence of truth is revealed only in times of difficulty. Ekadashi August 2025 Google Search Trends (Screenshot)© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:Google search trendsHindu festivals