Kamika Ekadashi is being observed across India on Sunday, August 9, 2026. The religious observance, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, falls during the Krishna Paksha of the Hindu month of Shravan.

According to the Hindu calendar, Ekadashi Tithi began at 1:59 pm on August 8 and ended at 11:04 am on August 9. Devotees who observed the fast must perform Parana, or formally break the fast, on August 10.

Kamika Ekadashi Parana Timings

Timings are calculated according to local sunrise and may differ by a few minutes between cities. Devotees should follow the timing given by their family priest or local temple where applicable.

How to Perform Kamika Ekadashi Parana

Devotees should bathe and offer prayers to Lord Vishnu before breaking the fast. A lamp may be lit, followed by the offering of flowers, fruit and Tulsi leaves.

The fast may then be broken with water, fruit or light sattvic food. Traditional practice recommends avoiding heavy or excessively spicy food immediately after a day-long fast.

People following a complete fast may begin with water and fruit before consuming a regular meal. Those observing a fruit-based fast can conclude it after completing the morning prayers.

Religious Significance of Kamika Ekadashi

Kamika Ekadashi is traditionally associated with devotion to Lord Vishnu. Religious accounts describe fasting, prayer, charity and the chanting of Vishnu mantras as important parts of the observance.

Devotees commonly recite the mantra:

ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya

Tulsi leaves are considered particularly important in Vishnu worship. Devotees may also recite the Vishnu Sahasranama or listen to the Kamika Ekadashi Vrat Katha.

Who Should Avoid a Strict Fast?

Children, pregnant women, elderly people and those receiving treatment for diabetes or other medical conditions should avoid a strict fast unless advised by a doctor.

Religious observance can also take the form of prayer, meditation, charity and consuming simple sattvic food rather than remaining without food or water.