Maha Shivratri 2026 in Kolkata
महा शिवरात्रि · कोलकाता
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Maha Shivratri 2026 in Kolkata (कोलकाता) 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 Kolkata temples like Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Kolkata-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 Kolkata
These temples in Kolkata are especially powerful during Maha Shivratri:
- ●Kalighat Kali Temple
- ●Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- ●Belur Math
✓ 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 Kolkata?
Maha Shivratri 2026 is celebrated in Kolkata on Sunday, 15 February 2026.
What is the Maha Shivratri muhurat in Kolkata?
The Maha Shivratri muhurat in Kolkata 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 Kolkata?
Famous temples in Kolkata: Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Who is the planetary ruler of Maha Shivratri?
The planetary ruler of Maha Shivratri is Saturn (Shani) and Lord Shiva.