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News India Live, Digital Desk: It is said that if Mahadev is invoked with true heart, he becomes happy with just one belpatra and a tumbler of water. Mahashivratri is celebrated on Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month. The time of beginning and end of Chaturdashi Tithi in the year 2026 is a bit complicated, hence the discussion regarding the date is hot.
February 15th or February 16th: What is the correct date?
According to the scriptures, Mahashivratri worship is mainly done during night time i.e. ‘Nishita Kaal’. If we look at the calculations of the Panchang, the Falgun Krishna Chaturdashi date will start on the morning of 15 February 2026 and will end on the morning of 16 February 2026. Since special worship and awakening of Mahadev is possible only on the night of 15th February, most of the astrologers and temples 15 February 2026 They are advising to celebrate Mahashivratri only.
Best time to worship Shiva (Nishita Kaal)
People often worship Char Prahar on Mahashivratri, but if you are short of time, then the worship done at night time i.e. during Nishita period has the greatest importance. The midnight hour of 15th February will be the moment when the energy of the universe will be at its peak for Shiva devotion.
How to do puja? Just need simplicity and faith
It is said about Bholenath that he is an ‘Aughad Dani’. You do not need much ostentation in his worship.
- Wake up early in the morning, take bath and go to Shiva temple and perform Jalabhishek while chanting ‘Om Namah Shivay’.
- Belpatra, Dhatura and plum are very dear to Lord Shiva, offer them with devotion.
- If possible, add some milk or Ganga water to the water.
- For the people observing fast on Mahashivratri, the biggest spiritual practice is to eat satvik food and chant God.
The truth is that Shiva is present everywhere. Whether you do puja on 15th or 16th morning – what is important is how deep your heart is towards them. If you want the blessings of Shiva-Gauri on Mahashivratri of 2026, then worshiping on the night of 15th February can fill positivity in your life.