Mahashivratri 2026: Date, Muhurat, Rituals & Significance Revealed!

• Mahashivratri 2026 falls on Sunday, February 15, celebrating the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati.
• Key timings include Nishita Kaal (Feb 15, 12:09 AM - Feb 16, 01:01 AM) and Shivaratri Parana (Feb 16, 06:59 AM - 03:24 PM).
• Rituals involve bathing, specific clothing (white/saffron), fasting, consuming Sattvic food, and performing Puja with Panchamrit and Bilva leaves.
• The festival signifies transformation, dispelling darkness, and spiritual growth, with night-long worship of Mahadev.
• Devotees chant powerful mantras like Om Namah Shivaya and offer Naivedya including Panchamrit and Thandai.

Why It Matters: Celebrate Mahashivratri 2026 on Feb 15 with sacred rituals, fasting, and prayers for spiritual growth.