Maha Shivaratri in 🇮🇳 India
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
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Type
Public Holiday
Maha Shivaratri in India
Maha Shivaratri (Great Night of Shiva) is observed with all-night temple vigils, fasting, and the offering of bael leaves and milk to Shiva lingams; major celebrations occur at Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath and other Shiva temples.
About Maha Shivaratri
Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed on the 14th night of the dark fortnight in Phalguna with night-long vigils, fasting, Shiva Lingam worship, and chanting of 'Om Namah Shivaya.'
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | March 8 | Friday |
| 2025 | Feb. 26 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | Feb. 15 | Sunday |
| 2027 | March 6 | Saturday |
| 2028 | Feb. 23 | Wednesday |
| 2029 | Feb. 11 | Sunday |
| 2030 | March 2 | Saturday |