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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 16 | 23:53 | 00:44 |
| Sunday | February 15 | 23:58 | 00:47 |
| Tuesday | March 17 | 23:52 | 00:41 |
| Wednesday | April 15 | 23:45 | 00:32 |
| Friday | May 15 | 23:42 | 00:27 |
| Saturday | June 13 | 23:46 | 00:31 |
| Sunday | July 12 | 23:52 | 00:37 |
| Tuesday | August 11 | 23:51 | 00:37 |
| Wednesday | September 09 | 23:42 | 00:29 |
| Thursday | October 08 | 23:32 | 00:20 |
| Saturday | November 07 | 23:27 | 00:17 |
| Monday | December 07 | 23:35 | 00:26 |
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 2026 first Shivaratri vrat is on 16th January followed by, 15th February, 17th March, 15th April, 15th May, 13th June, 12th July, 11th August, 9th September, 8th October, 7th November, and the last Shivaratri date in 2026 marks on 7th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shivaratri days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.