Maha Shivaratri Celebrations in Patna Highlight Auspicious Alignments
Patna is set to observe Mahashivaratri on Sunday, February 15, 2026, with 30 processions planned and a central ceremony at the historic Khajpura Shiv temple. This year’s festival is particularly significant due to a rare combination of Vyatipat Yoga, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, and Jayad Yoga.
Auspicious Yogas Enhance Worship
The convergence of these yogas is believed to craft worshiping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati especially fruitful. Devotees will perform rituals including anointing the Shivling with Ganga water, milk, curd, honey, Panchamrit, sandalwood, flower garlands, Belpatra, Dhatura, and hemp.
Rituals and Observances
Worship will include Narmadeshwar Shivling, Crystal Shivling, and Parthiv Shivling in homes, performed with proper rituals. Throughout the day, Jalabhishek and Rudrabhishek will be conducted, followed by a grand adornment of Lord Shankar in the evening.
Astrological Significance
According to Acharya Rakesh Jha, on Mahashivratri, Uttarashada Nakshatra will remain till 7:40 pm, after which Lord Shiva’s favorite Shravan Nakshatra will start.
By worshiping Uma-Maheshwar during this period, devotees are expected to receive desired results, and blessings.
Offerings to Shiva and Their Significance
- Ganga water: mental peace
- Milk: Best Health
- Curd: stability and seriousness
- Ghee: Virility, strength, intelligence and wisdom
- Madhu: Sweetness of speech
- Jaggery: Reduction of sorrow, suffering and poverty
- Perfume: Purity of mind, actions and thoughts
- Saffron: Increase in fame, glory and gentleness
- Cannabis: Destroys disease, grief and negative energy
- Datura: Happiness of children
- Bilvapatra: Receipt of movable and immovable property
Auspicious Timings for Puja
- Chara-Labh Muhurta: 7:50 am to 10:39 am
- Amrit Muhurta: 10:39 am to 12:04 am
- Abhijit Muhurta: 11:41 to 12:26 pm
- Auspicious Yoga Muhurta: 1:28 to 2:53 pm
- Pradosh Kaal: 5:42 pm to 8:23 pm
Leaders to Participate in Celebrations
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is scheduled to arrive at the Khajpura Shiv temple complex at 5 pm, followed by BJP national president Nitin Nabin at 7 pm. Both leaders, along with Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, will perform aarti for the tableaux.
The Mahavir temple at Patna Junction will conduct Rudrabhishek rituals from 5 am to 9 pm, with 58 bookings already made for the one-hour ritual at the four Shivalingas within the temple.
Security and Arrangements
The Shri Shri Mahashivratri Mahotsav Shobhayatra Abhinandan Samiti is coordinating the 30 processions, which will originate from various neighborhoods and converge at Khajpura. CCTV cameras have been installed for surveillance, and Bailey Road has been decorated with LED boards and lights. Stalls for flower showers, water, and refreshments will be set up at 22 locations.
Cultural Performances
The main venue will feature three stages: one for the aarti and felicitation of committees, another for cultural performances including bhajan sandhya and tandav dance, and a third for a Ganga Aarti. The main stage will include a 33-foot Shivling and a replica of the Somnath temple.
FAQ
When is Mahashivaratri being celebrated in Patna?
Mahashivaratri is being celebrated in Patna on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
What makes this year’s Mahashivaratri special?
This year’s festival is special due to the rare combination of Vyatipat Yoga, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, and Jayad Yoga.
Where will the main ceremony accept place?
The main ceremony will take place at the historic Khajpura Shiv temple complex.
Mahashivaratri in Patna promises to be a spiritually enriching and culturally vibrant experience, with devotees and leaders alike coming together to honor Lord Shiva.