Maha Shivratri 2026 in Bangalore
महा शिवरात्रि · बेंगलुरु
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Maha Shivratri 2026 in Bangalore (बेंगलुरु) falls on Sunday, 15 February 2026. Planetary ruler: Saturn (Shani) and Lord Shiva. Auspicious muhurat: Nishita Kaal: 11:30 PM Feb 15 to 12:30 AM Feb 16 IST. Four prahar puja through the night.. The Great Night of Shiva. Most powerful night for Shiva worship, meditation, and spiritual awakening. Visit famous Bangalore temples like ISKCON Bangalore and Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi) for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Bangalore-specific timings.
Significance of Maha Shivratri
The night when Shiva performs the Tandava. Fasting and Jaagran on this night brings moksha-level spiritual benefits.
🛕 Where to celebrate Maha Shivratri in Bangalore
These temples in Bangalore are especially powerful during Maha Shivratri:
- ●ISKCON Bangalore
- ●Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
- ●Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple
✓ Do's
- ●Observe full-day fast
- ●Perform Rudrabhishek with milk, water, bel patra
- ●Chant 'Om Namah Shivaya' 108 times
- ●Stay awake and meditate during the night
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid non-vegetarian food
- ●Do not sleep during the night
- ●Avoid intoxicants and harsh speech
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When is Maha Shivratri 2026 in Bangalore?
Maha Shivratri 2026 is celebrated in Bangalore on Sunday, 15 February 2026.
What is the Maha Shivratri muhurat in Bangalore?
The Maha Shivratri muhurat in Bangalore is Nishita Kaal: 11:30 PM Feb 15 to 12:30 AM Feb 16 IST. Four prahar puja through the night..
Which temples to visit on Maha Shivratri in Bangalore?
Famous temples in Bangalore: ISKCON Bangalore, Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi), Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple.
Who is the planetary ruler of Maha Shivratri?
The planetary ruler of Maha Shivratri is Saturn (Shani) and Lord Shiva.