Shattila Ekadashi 2026: Date, Puja, Significance for Prosperity & Salvation

• Shattila Ekadashi, the first Ekadashi of Magh month, falls on January 14, 2026, with the fast broken on January 15.
• Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, this fast is believed to destroy sins, bring merit, happiness, prosperity, and salvation.
• Puja involves morning bath, worshipping Lord Vishnu, observing fast, night vigil, Havan, and feeding Brahmins on Dwadashi.
• Avoid grains (especially rice), cutting hair/nails/beard on Ekadashi; offer yellow sweets to Vishnu and donate sesame items.
• The Tithi begins January 13 at 03:17 PM and concludes January 14 at 05:52 PM.

Why It Matters: Shattila Ekadashi on Jan 14, 2026, brings immense merit, prosperity, and salvation through devotion to Vishnu.