February
Maha Shivaratri
महाशिवरात्रि
15 February 2026
About this festival
Great night of Lord Shiva, fasting and night-long worship
भगवान शिव की महान रात्रि, उपवास और रात्रि पूजा
Key significance
- Fasting
- Shiva temples
- Rudra Abhishek
- night vigil
- Bilva leaves
How to observe
- Begin the day with sankalp and short prayer.
- Include: Fasting.
- Include: Shiva temples.
- Include: Rudra Abhishek.
- Conclude with gratitude, prasad, and positive resolve.
February guidance
Bhakti, austerity, and inner steadiness before spring.
- Upvas as per health and tradition
- Mantra japa and temple visit
- Quiet reflection and seva