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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | January 09 | 23:50 | 00:41 |
| Thursday | February 08 | 23:58 | 00:47 |
| Friday | March 08 | 23:55 | 00:43 |
| Sunday | April 07 | 23:47 | 00:34 |
| Monday | May 06 | 23:42 | 00:28 |
| Tuesday | June 04 | 23:44 | 00:29 |
| Thursday | July 04 | 23:51 | 00:36 |
| Friday | August 02 | 23:52 | 00:38 |
| Sunday | September 01 | 23:45 | 00:32 |
| Monday | September 30 | 23:34 | 00:22 |
| Wednesday | October 30 | 23:27 | 00:17 |
| Friday | November 29 | 23:32 | 00:23 |
| Sunday | December 29 | 23:45 | 00:36 |
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 2024 first Shivaratri vrat is on 9th January followed by, 8th February, 8th March, 7th April, 6th May, 4th June, 4th July, 2nd August, 1st September, 30th September, 30th October, 29th November, and the last Shivaratri date in 2024 marks on 29th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shivaratri days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.