India, Oct. 27 -- Dev Uthani Ekadashi, which is also referred to as Devutthana Ekadashi, Prabodhini Ekadashi and Devauthani Ekadashi, shall be celebrated in November 2026. This Hindu festival takes place on the Ekadashi, which translates to 11th lunar day, in the Shukla Paksha of Kartik Month. The Hindu festival commemorates Lord Vishnu and marks the end of the Chaturmas that is believed to be an important period for Hindus.

According to Drik Panchang, Dev Uthani Ekadashi falls on Friday, 20th November 2026 for the Smarta calendar. According to some Vaishnava calendars, Dev Uthani Ekadashi shall take place on Saturday, 21st November 2026. The difference results from the rules followed by the various traditions in calculating the fasting ...