Maha Shivratri, celebrated on February 15, 2026, is one of the most important festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to the Drik Panchang, this festival is observed on the fourteenth day of the waning moon in the month of Phalguna and is a special occasion for Shiva devotees for faith and worship. It is believed that on this auspicious night, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were married, symbolizing the divine union of Shiva and Shakti.

On this day, devotees fast from the morning and engage in night vigils, offering water, milk, bilva leaves, dhatura, and bhang to the Shiva Lingam. The chanting of the mantra 'Om Namah Shivaya' is considered highly beneficial. The article further details the auspicious timings for performing water oblation (Jalabhishek) to Lord Shiva, which will be available throughout the day for devotees to participate in worship.

This year, multiple auspicious time slots will be provided throughout the day for devotees to conduct water oblation, starting from 8:24 AM and continuing with other timings that devotees are encouraged to mark for their rituals. This event not only serves as a day of devotion but also strengthens community ties among the worshippers as they participate in shared religious practices.