{"id":28953,"date":"2026-01-02T13:28:13","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T07:58:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/blog\/?p=28953"},"modified":"2026-01-02T13:28:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T07:58:13","slug":"mohini-ekadashi-vrat-katha-date","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/blog\/mohini-ekadashi-vrat-katha-date\/","title":{"rendered":"Mohini Ekadashi 2026: Date, Parana Time, Vrat Katha &#038; Significance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Article\",\n      \"headline\": \"Mohini Ekadashi 2026: Date, Parana Time, Vrat Katha & Significance\",\n      \"description\": \"Mohini Ekadashi 2026 is on April 27. Celebrate Lord Vishnu's enchanting Mohini Avatar. 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It is dedicated to <strong>Mohini<\/strong>, the only female avatar of Lord Vishnu. The word <em>&#8220;Mohini&#8221;<\/em> means &#8220;The Enchantress.&#8221; Observing this Vrat is believed to liberate devotees from the trap of illusion (Maya) and worldly attachments (Moha).<\/p>\n<p>In 2026, Mohini Ekadashi falls on a <strong>Monday<\/strong>. It is said that Lord Ram also observed this fast while searching for Goddess Sita to overcome his grief and obstacles.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #fff8e1; border-left: 5px solid #ffb300; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05); font-size: 1.05em;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #e65100;\">\ud83d\udcc5 Mohini Ekadashi 2026 Muhurat<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Vrat Date:<\/strong> Monday, April 27, 2026<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Parana Time (Break Fast):<\/strong> Apr 28, 05:45 AM to 08:20 AM<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hari Vasara End Time:<\/strong> Apr 28, 06:10 AM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic; color: #666; margin-top: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ffcc80; padding-top: 10px;\"><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Note:<\/strong> <em>Tithi timings and Parana windows may vary slightly based on your location (sunrise time). Please check your local Panchang for precise timings.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px dashed #ffb300; margin: 15px 0;\" \/>\n<p><strong>Struggling with stress or confusion?<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #d35400; color: #ffffff !important; padding: 10px 25px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none !important; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1em; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); transition: transform 0.2s;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/puja-services\/vishnu-sahasranamam-puja\">Book Vishnu Puja for Peace<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Significance of Mohini Ekadashi<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>According to the <em>Surya Purana<\/em>, fasting on this day washes away sins accumulated over many lifetimes. It is specifically recommended for those who feel trapped in bad habits, emotional instability, or material delusions. It brings mental clarity and spiritual awakening.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Mohini Ekadashi Vrat Katha (Samudra Manthan)<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The most famous legend associated with this day is the <strong>Samudra Manthan<\/strong> (Churning of the Ocean).<\/p>\n<p>When the Devas and Asuras churned the cosmic ocean, a pot of <strong>Amrit<\/strong> (Nectar of Immortality) emerged. A fight broke out immediately, and the Asuras (demons) snatched the pot, refusing to share it with the Gods.<\/p>\n<p>To save the universe from the tyranny of immortal demons, Lord Vishnu took the form of <strong>Mohini<\/strong>\u2014a woman of mesmerizing beauty. The Asuras were so enchanted by her charm that they forgot their fight and handed the pot of Amrit to her, asking her to distribute it.<\/p>\n<p>Mohini cleverly made the Devas and Asuras sit in separate rows. She served the Amrit to the Devas while keeping the Asuras distracted with her smile. By the time the Asuras realized the trick, the Devas had already become immortal. This event took place on the Vaishakha Shukla Ekadashi, which is now celebrated as Mohini Ekadashi.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 40px 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #ff6600; color: #ffffff !important; padding: 16px 35px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none !important; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; text-align: center; box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(255, 102, 0, 0.4); transition: transform 0.2s;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/puja-services\/vishnu-sahasranamam-puja\">Book Vishnu Sahasranamam Puja<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Puja Vidhi for Mohini Ekadashi<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Morning Bath:<\/strong> Bathe in sacred water (or add Ganga Jal\/Kusha grass to your water).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vow (Sankalp):<\/strong> Pledge to fast with purity to overcome internal vices like anger and greed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Worship:<\/strong> Place an idol of Lord Vishnu or Ram. Offer yellow flowers, fruits, and Tulsi.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Story Reading:<\/strong> Reading the <em>Mohini Avatar Katha<\/em> is essential.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parana:<\/strong> Break the fast the next morning (Dwadashi) by drinking water or milk.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div style=\"background: #e0f7fa; border: 1px solid #b2ebf2; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\"><strong>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Looking for other dates?<\/strong><br \/>\nCheck the complete list of 26 Ekadashis this year in our master guide.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #006064; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; font-size: 1.1em;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/blog\/ekadashi-dates-2026-vrat-calendar\/\">View All Ekadashi Dates 2026 \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\" style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #333; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\">1. When is Mohini Ekadashi 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mohini Ekadashi falls on <strong>Monday, April 27, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\" style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #333; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\">2. Who should observe Mohini Ekadashi?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Anyone seeking peace of mind, freedom from bad habits, or relief from past sins should observe this fast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\" style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #333; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\">3. What food is allowed on Mohini Ekadashi?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Only Satvik food (Phalahar) like fruits, milk, curd, and nuts is allowed. 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