Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2025 — also known as Devotthan Ekadashi and Prabodhini Ekadashi — is one of the most sacred days in Hindu tradition. According to the Hindu calendar, this fast is observed on Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha in Kartik month. On this day, it is believed that Lord Vishnu wakes up from his four-month divine rest, and auspicious activities like weddings, housewarming ceremonies, and religious functions start again.
Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2025 Date & Time
As per the Vedic Panchang:
Ekadashi Begins: 1 November 2025 at 9:12 AM
Ekadashi Ends: 2 November 2025 at 7:32 PM
Traditionally, householders will keep the fast on 1 November, while Vaishnav followers will observe it on 2 November 2025.
Importance of Tulsi Worship on Dev Uthani Ekadashi
Tulsi (holy basil) is considered very sacred and is deeply loved by Lord Vishnu. On this day, along with worshipping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, offering prayers to the Tulsi plant is believed to bring peace, prosperity, blessings, and positive energy to the home.
Simple Tulsi Rituals to Perform on Dev Uthani Ekadashi
✅ Tie a Sacred Red Thread (Kalawa/Mouli)
Express your wish silently and tie it around the Tulsi plant.
Worship Lord Vishnu and Tulsi Mata after tying it.
When your wish is fulfilled, dissolve the thread in flowing water.
Belief: It attracts divine blessings and removes obstacles.
✅ Tie a Yellow Thread with 108 Knots
Take a yellow cotton thread
Make 108 knots
Tie it to the Tulsi plant with devotion.
Belief: It supports mental peace, prosperity, and success in important work.
✅ Offer Sugarcane Juice
Pour a few drops of sugarcane juice mixed with water at the base of the Tulsi plant.
Belief: Helps bring harmony, wealth, and removes negativity from the home.
✅ Offer Raw Cow Milk
Mix a little raw cow milk in water and offer it to the Tulsi plant.
Belief: Considered auspicious for financial growth and good fortune.
Why Dev Uthani Ekadashi Is Special
On this day:
Lord Vishnu opens the doors of blessings again
The four-month Chaturmas period ends
Marriage and auspicious ceremonies begin
Devotees observe a full-day fast and perform evening aarti
Tulsi Vivah (symbolic marriage of Tulsi and Lord Vishnu) is also performed in many homes
Spiritual Benefits of Observing This Day
Peace and positive energy in the home
Blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
Prosperity and happiness in family life
Removal of difficulties and negative influences
