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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 24 | 23:55 | 00:46 |
| Wednesday | February 23 | 23:57 | 00:46 |
| Friday | March 24 | 23:50 | 00:38 |
| Saturday | April 22 | 23:43 | 00:30 |
| Monday | May 22 | 23:42 | 00:28 |
| Wednesday | June 21 | 23:48 | 00:33 |
| Thursday | July 20 | 23:52 | 00:38 |
| Friday | August 18 | 23:49 | 00:35 |
| Sunday | September 17 | 23:39 | 00:27 |
| Monday | October 16 | 23:29 | 00:18 |
| Wednesday | November 15 | 23:28 | 00:18 |
| Thursday | December 14 | 23:38 | 00:29 |
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 2028 first Shivaratri vrat is on 24th January followed by, 23rd February, 24th March, 22nd April, 22nd May, 21st June, 20th July, 18th August, 17th September, 16th October, 15th November, and the last Shivaratri date in 2028 marks on 14th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shivaratri days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.