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Shivaratri is a major Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed on the 14th night of the dark fortnight every month, with Maha Shivaratri being the grand annual celebration.
Devotees fast, meditate, and perform night-long vigils in Shiva temples. The festival celebrates the union of Shiva and Shakti and honors Shiva as the supreme cosmic power. Offerings of bilva leaves, milk, and water are made to the Shiva Lingam. Spiritual chanting and devotional songs create a sacred atmosphere.
| Day | Date | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | January 11 | 23:51 | 00:42 |
| Wednesday | February 10 | 23:58 | 00:47 |
| Thursday | March 11 | 23:54 | 00:42 |
| Saturday | April 10 | 23:46 | 00:33 |
| Sunday | May 09 | 23:42 | 00:28 |
| Tuesday | June 08 | 23:45 | 00:30 |
| Thursday | July 08 | 23:51 | 00:36 |
| Friday | August 06 | 23:51 | 00:37 |
| Sunday | September 05 | 23:43 | 00:31 |
| Monday | October 04 | 23:33 | 00:21 |
| Wednesday | November 03 | 23:27 | 00:17 |
| Thursday | December 02 | 23:33 | 00:24 |
Maha Shivaratri, the most significant Shivaratri, symbolizes overcoming darkness and ignorance. It is believed to be the night when Shiva performed the cosmic dance or the day he married Parvati. The festival encourages introspection, self-discipline, and devotion for liberation.
In 2021 first Shivaratri vrat is on 11th January followed by, 10th February, 11th March, 10th April, 9th May, 8th June, 8th July, 6th August, 5th September, 4th October, 3rd November, and the last Shivaratri date in 2021 marks on 2nd December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shivaratri days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.