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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | January 20 | 23:54 | 00:45 |
| Saturday | February 18 | 23:57 | 00:47 |
| Monday | March 20 | 23:52 | 00:40 |
| Tuesday | April 18 | 23:44 | 00:31 |
| Wednesday | May 17 | 23:42 | 00:27 |
| Friday | June 16 | 23:47 | 00:32 |
| Saturday | July 15 | 23:52 | 00:37 |
| Monday | August 14 | 23:50 | 00:36 |
| Wednesday | September 13 | 23:41 | 00:28 |
| Thursday | October 12 | 23:30 | 00:19 |
| Saturday | November 11 | 23:27 | 00:18 |
| Monday | December 11 | 23:36 | 00:27 |
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 2023 first Shivaratri vrat is on 20th January followed by, 18th February, 20th March, 18th April, 17th May, 16th June, 15th July, 14th August, 13th September, 12th October, 11th November, and the last Shivaratri date in 2023 marks on 11th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shivaratri days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.