On the 15th date of Bhado Shukla, the fast of change of change Ekadashi or playback Ekadashi is observed, which is on 3 September 2025 this year. On this day, Vamana avatar of Lord Vishnu is worshiped.

According to religious belief, Lord Srivishnu changes the sides on the bed of Lord Shree Vishnu Sheshnag on the day of Ekadashi. Hence it is called change. On this day, fast, Tulsi worship and Deepdan have special significance.

On the day of Parliament Ekadashi, along with worship, the importance of charity and virtue also increases significantly. Tulsi is very popular to Lord Vishnu. Therefore, it is also beneficial to take some measures related to Tulsi Pujan and Tulsi on Ekadashi.

In the worship of change of change Ekadashi, you must offer Tulsi leaves or Tulsi Dal to Lord Vishnu. This will accept your enjoyment and will get the benefit of fasting.

Donation is also important on Ekadashi date. The virtue of donations made on this day is found. Make sure to donate a lamp in the evening on Parvatini Ekadashi. This leads to the arrival of happiness and prosperity at home and removes negativity.

Along with this, donate food, clothes or grains etc. to the poor and needy according to your ability on Parivar Ekadashi. This destroys sins and new paths are opened in life.

The period from Pratipada to Amavasya of Ashwin month is called Pitra Paksha. This year Pitru Paksha will start from 7 September and will run till 21 September. The 15 -day period of Pitru Paksha is dedicated to the dead ancestors.

Pindadan, shraddha and tarpan are mainly performed in Pitru Paksha for the peace, satisfaction of the soul of the ancestors and freedom from Pitra dosha. At this time, one has to follow charity, worship and some rules.

The time of Pitra Paksha is also considered auspicious for planting some trees and plants. At the time of Shraddha, worshiping these trees and plants and planting them is pleased and blesses to flourish his descendants. Know which three trees and plants should be planted on the ancestral side and what happens with it.

Peepal- According to Hindu belief, the Peepal tree resides along with the gods as well as the ancestors. Therefore, it is considered good not only to worship the Peepal tree at the time of Pitru Paksha but also planting the plant of Peepal. The ancestors are pleased with this and shower their blessings on the whole family. But instead of home, apply Peepal in an open place or temple.

Tulsi- It is also good to plant a basil plant at home at the time of Pitru Paksha. At this time, planetary plants are removed by planting a basil plant. Also, Lakshminarayan’s blessings are also received.

Banyan- Banyan or Vat tree is considered a symbol of longevity and immortality. Banyan tree is also worshiped during Pitru Paksha. By planting Vat tree in Pitru Paksha, ancestors bless their descendants. But keep in mind that put on an open place outside the house of the Vat tree.