Indira Ekadashi vrat katha: How Lord Vishnu helped a king free his ancestors

Indira Ekadashi Vrat Katha tells the story of King Indrasena and Sage Narada. Read the full story, significance and why this vrat is linked to ancestral welfare.

New Delhi: The Indira Ekadashi Vrat Katha tells the story of King Indrasena, a devoted ruler whose prayers for his deceased father led to this Ekadashi being remembered for ancestral welfare.

The story is traditionally associated with the Padma Purana and explains why devotees observe Indira Ekadashi during the Krishna Paksha of the Ashwin month, particularly when it falls during Pitru Paksha.

The Story of King Indrasena

Once, there lived a righteous king named Indrasena, who ruled the kingdom of Mahishmati. He was prosperous, respected by his subjects and devoted to Lord Vishnu.

Despite his royal responsibilities, Indrasena remained committed to religious observances and dharma. His life appeared peaceful until Sage Narada arrived at his palace with unexpected news.

Narada told the king that he had encountered Indrasena’s deceased father in the realm of Yama. His father was experiencing difficulties and had not yet attained the higher state he desired.

The news deeply affected Indrasena.

He asked Narada if there was any way he could help his........

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