Maha Shivaratri 2026
महा शिवरात्रि
🎉 Major Festival
Sunday, 15 February 2026
🙏 Deity: Lord Shiva
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📖 Significance of Maha Shivaratri
The Great Night of Shiva — the most important festival for Shiva devotees. Marks the night when Shiva performed the Tandava (cosmic dance). Devotees observe night-long vigil and worship.
🪔 Rituals & Puja Vidhi
1Night-long vigil (jagaran)
2Abhishek of Shiva Linga with milk, honey, water
3Chanting Om Namah Shivaya
4Offering Bel Patra (wood apple leaves)
🍽️ Fasting Rules (Vrat Vidhi)
Nirjala (waterless) or phalahar (fruit-based) fast for 24 hours
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is Maha Shivaratri in 2026?
Maha Shivaratri (महा शिवरात्रि) falls on Sunday, 15 February 2026.
What is the significance of Maha Shivaratri?
The Great Night of Shiva — the most important festival for Shiva devotees. Marks the night when Shiva performed the Tandava (cosmic dance). Devotees observe night-long vigil and worship.
How to wish someone on Maha Shivaratri?
You can say “Har Har Mahadev” or “Har Har Mahadev, महा शिवरात्रि की शुभकामनाएं”.