Mahashivratri 2026: Avoid these offerings on Shiva Lingam, know auspicious time & rituals

• Mahashivratri 2026 will be celebrated on February 15, holding significant religious and spiritual importance as it marks the marriage of Lord Shankar and Mother Parvati.
• The auspicious time for Mahashivratri worship is from 12:28 AM to 1:18 AM on February 15, 2026, as per Aditya Joshi Guruji.
• Devotees should perform Jalabhishek, Rudrabhishek, and offer Gangajal, milk, black sesame seeds, Bilvapatra, bananas, or jaggery as Naivedya.
• Chanting Rudrashtak Stotra, Shiva Panchakshari Mantra "Om Namah Shivaya", and Shiva Mahimna Stotra during the auspicious time is highly recommended.
• Avoid offering red flowers, blood-colored items, kumkum, or excessive/unnecessary items on the Shiva Lingam during worship.