The Mahashivratri festival, which is cherished by devotees of Lord Shiva, is set to be celebrated on February 15 this year. On this auspicious day, believers engage in various religious practices such as fasting, worshipping, and performing rituals. They typically conduct water ablution on the Shiva Lingam and offer items such as bilva leaves, bhang, dhatura, and rudraksha. Besides the traditional festivities, this year, specific remedies are suggested for alleviating the burdens of Saturn's influence, especially for people belonging to certain zodiac signs.

According to Hindu astrology, Saturn is currently located in Pisces, affecting those under the Aquarius sign with the third phase of 'Sade Sati', those under Pisces with the second phase, and Aries with the first phase. Meanwhile, Leos and Sagittarians are experiencing 'Dhaiya', another astrological affliction. Individuals belonging to these affected zodiac signs are encouraged to take special measures during Mahashivratri to seek relief from the negative influences of Saturn. The suggested remedies involve significant rituals conducted during the festival that are believed to ease these astrological burdens.

One of the key remedies includes performing a water, milk, yogurt, honey, and ghee abhishek on the Shiva Lingam during Mahashivratri. Following that, those troubled by Saturn are advised to offer black sesame seeds mixed with water for ablution. This particular act is claimed to calm Saturn's affliction. Additionally, worshiping Lord Shiva during the Pradosh period and reciting the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra can further enhance the spiritual benefits and protection from these zodiac challenges. These practices help devotees connect more deeply with their beliefs while aiming for relief from planetary influences in their lives.