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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 27 | 23:56 | 00:46 |
| Wednesday | February 26 | 23:57 | 00:46 |
| Thursday | March 27 | 23:50 | 00:37 |
| Saturday | April 26 | 23:43 | 00:29 |
| Sunday | May 25 | 23:43 | 00:28 |
| Monday | June 23 | 23:48 | 00:33 |
| Wednesday | July 23 | 23:52 | 00:38 |
| Thursday | August 21 | 23:48 | 00:35 |
| Friday | September 19 | 23:38 | 00:26 |
| Sunday | October 19 | 23:29 | 00:18 |
| Tuesday | November 18 | 23:28 | 00:19 |
| Thursday | December 18 | 23:40 | 00:31 |
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 2025 first Shivaratri vrat is on 27th January followed by, 26th February, 27th March, 26th April, 25th May, 23rd June, 23rd July, 21st August, 19th September, 19th October, 18th November, and the last Shivaratri date in 2025 marks on 18th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shivaratri days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.