Vaishnava followers will observe the Ekadashi a day later, on January 19.
Pausha Putrada Ekadashi will be observed on Monday, January 18, 2027. The Ekadashi tithi begins at 10:26 am on January 18 and ends at 7:49 am on January 19, according to the calendar for New Delhi.
Followers of the Vaishnava tradition will observe the fast on Tuesday, January 19.
Putrada means giver of sons, and the fast is traditionally kept by couples praying for children and for the health and happiness of their offspring.
According to legend, King Suketuman and his queen were blessed with a son after observing this vrat. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu, avoid grains and break the fast the next morning.
