What are rituals of Pitru Paksha Ekadashi, falling on October 6. Pitru Paksha Ekadashi, also called Indira Ekadashi, is the fasting day dedicated to Lord Vishnu during the 16-day Pitru Paksha period. In 2026, it falls on October 6. On this day, devotees bathe early, fast, offer prayers, perform tarpan for ancestors, and give food or essentials to those in need. The day is believed to support departed souls' liberation.