Shukla Paksha • Pausha / Shravana MonthSupreme Ekadashi Vrata
Putrada Ekadashi (Pausha / Shravana)
पुत्रदा एकादशी (पौष एवं श्रावण)
Bestows worthy progeny, protects existing children from untimely illness, and fulfills parents' deepest aspirations for familial continuity.
Sacred Katha Synopsis
King Suketuman of Bhadravati and Queen Shaibya suffered immense grief due to childlessness. Sages at the Lake of Manasarovar instructed them to observe Pausha Putrada Ekadashi, blessing them with an illustrious, valiant son.
Ekadashi Fasting Rules & Observance
- Worship Lord Narayana in the infant/Balgopal form
- Offer yellow flowers, panchamrit, and fresh fruits
- Both husband and wife should observe fast with pure sattvic conduct