Gauna Papankusha Ekadasi

21 October 2026

Gauna Papankusha Ekadasi is the observed form of Papankusha Ekadasi in specific regions, where the fast and prayers are performed a day later, with devotees offering special rituals to Lord Vishnu for the removal of past sins and spiritual elevation.

✨Significance

Gauna Papankusha Ekadasi is the observed form of Papankusha Ekadasi in specific regions, where the fast and prayers are performed a day later, with devotees offering special rituals to Lord Vishnu for the removal of past sins and spiritual elevation.

🪔Rituals

• Wake up early and take a holy bath.
• Perform Sankalp (resolution) to observe the fast.
• Offer prayers and light a lamp in front of Lord Vishnu's idol.
• Recite Vishnu Sahasranama or other prayers dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
• Break the fast the next day with a simple meal after performing puja.