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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 05 | 23:48 | 00:39 |
| Thursday | February 04 | 23:57 | 00:47 |
| Saturday | March 06 | 23:55 | 00:44 |
| Monday | April 05 | 23:47 | 00:35 |
| Tuesday | May 04 | 23:42 | 00:28 |
| Thursday | June 03 | 23:44 | 00:29 |
| Friday | July 02 | 23:50 | 00:35 |
| Saturday | July 31 | 23:52 | 00:38 |
| Monday | August 30 | 23:46 | 00:32 |
| Tuesday | September 28 | 23:35 | 00:23 |
| Wednesday | October 27 | 23:27 | 00:17 |
| Friday | November 26 | 23:30 | 00:21 |
| Saturday | December 25 | 23:43 | 00:34 |
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 2027 first Shivaratri vrat is on 5th January followed by, 4th February, 6th March, 5th April, 4th May, 3rd June, 2nd July, 31st July, 30th August, 28th September, 27th October, 26th November, and the last Shivaratri date in 2027 marks on 25th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shivaratri days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.