Wednesday, 17th September 2025, is a spiritually significant day in the Hindu calendar. It features an important Ekadashi fast and also marks the celebration of Vishwakarma Jayanti in many regions of India. Below is the detailed Panchang for the day.
Sunrise and Sunset
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Sunrise: 6:17 AM
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Sunset: 6:24 PM
Lunar Date (Tithi)
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Tithi: Krishna Paksha Ekadashi
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Starts: 12:22 AM (midnight) on 17th Sept
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Ends: 11:39 PM on the same day
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This Ekadashi is known as Indira Ekadashi, observed with devotion to Lord Vishnu, and is believed to bring blessings for ancestors and liberation of departed souls.
Nakshatra and Yoga
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Nakshatra: Punarvasu
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Starts: 6:26 AM on 17th Sept
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Ends: 6:32 AM on 18th Sept
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Yoga: Parigha
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Starts: 12:33 AM on 17th Sept
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Ends: 10:54 PM on the same day
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Karan
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Bava: 12:22 AM – 11:57 AM
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Balava: 11:58 AM – 11:40 PM
Festivals and Vrats
Indira Ekadashi Vrat
A highly revered Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees fast and pray for peace and salvation of their ancestors’ souls. It is especially significant for Pitru Paksha and Shraddha rituals.
Vishwakarma Jayanti
This day is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect. It holds great importance among artisans, craftsmen, engineers, and factory workers who worship their tools and machines for blessings and prosperity.
Auspicious Activities
This day is considered auspicious for:
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Worshipping Lord Vishnu and Lord Vishwakarma
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Performing Pitru Tarpan or Shraddha rituals
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Beginning new engineering or creative projects
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Installing machinery or work equipment
Spiritual Significance
A powerful day to honor divine forces associated with creation, engineering, and dharma. Observing fast and conducting rituals with sincerity is believed to remove obstacles and bring long-lasting success.