Masik Shivratri (Chaitra)
16 April 2026
About this festival
Monthly Shivratri in the Chaitra month. Observed on Krishna Chaturdashi, one day before Vaishakha Amavasya. Devotees observe a day-long fast and perform Shiva puja.
✨ Key Significance
- Fasting
- Shiva temple visits
- Abhishek
- night prayers
- Bilva leaves
🙏 How to Observe
- Begin the day with sankalp and short prayer.
- Include: Fasting.
- Include: Shiva temple visits.
- Include: Abhishek.
- Conclude with gratitude, prasad, and positive resolve.
April Guidance
Auspicious beginnings, prosperity, and spiritual reset.
- New ventures with prayer
- Charity and gratitude
- Family puja and cultural observance