Rama Ekadashi and Surya Gochar 2025 October: Friday, October 17, 2025 is going to be very auspicious from both religious and astrological point of view. A rare coincidence is taking place on this day, in which devotees will worship Shri Hari Vishnu and Sun God on the same day. By worshiping and fasting on this day, one will get the blessings of the Gods and planets, the God Surya.

Why is October 17 special?

According to the calendar, October 17 will be the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month and Rama Ekadashi fast will be observed on this day. The transit of Sun, the king of planets, will also take place on this day. The Sun will change its zodiac sign and enter Scorpio on 17th October. In such a situation, Sun transit and Rama Ekadashi falling on the same date is considered auspicious.

Sun will come to the house of Mars (Surya Gochar 2025)

According to astrology, on October 17, the Sun will enter Mars’ zodiac Scorpio at 1:53 pm and will remain in this zodiac till November 16, 2025. Scorpio Sankranti will also be celebrated on this day. During this period, the auspicious glance of the Sun will also fall on many zodiac signs.

The lord of Scorpio is Mars. According to astrology, both Mars and Sun are planets of fire element. In such a situation, the position of the Sun in the sign of Mars increases energy, courage and strong will.

What to do- On the day of Sun transit, wake up early in the morning and offer water to the Sun God. Aditya should recite Hridaya Stotra and donate things related to Sun and Mars like red clothes, wheat, jaggery etc.

Rama Ekadashi fast 2025 (Rama Ekadashi 2025)

Rama Ekadashi of Kartik Krishna Paksha is also falling on 17th October, which is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. Those who fast and worship Rama Ekadashi, poverty and obstacles are removed from their lives and happiness and prosperity come to their homes.

What to do- On Rama Ekadashi, devotees can attain virtue by chanting Vishnu Sahasranama, Tulsi Puja, donating lamps and chanting Harinam Sankirtan.