Ahmedabad · Gujarat
Maha Shivaratri 2029in Ahmedabad
Exact puja times & muhurta computed for Ahmedabad coordinates (23.02°N, 72.57°E)
Key Timings
Festival Date
Sunday, February 11, 2029
Nishita Kaal Puja
00:28 – 01:19
Sunrise
07:14
Sunset
18:33
Why This Date?
Nishita Kaal (Midnight) Rule: Observed on the day when the Chaturdashi tithi prevails during Nishita Kaal (the 8th muhurta of the night, ~11:40 PM – 12:28 AM). Shiva manifested at midnight, making this the sacred observation window.
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Deity
Lord Shiva
Mythology & Legend
Multiple stories surround this night: It is when Lord Shiva performed the Tandava — the cosmic dance of creation and destruction. It is also when Shiva drank the Halahala poison during Samudra Manthan to save the universe, turning his throat blue (Neelakantha). Some traditions hold it as the wedding night of Shiva and Parvati.
How to Observe
Observe a strict fast (nirjala or with fruits). Stay awake all night (jagaran). Offer Bel leaves, milk, water, and honey to the Shiva Lingam during four Praharas (night quarters). Chant "Om Namah Shivaya". Visit Shiva temples.
Significance
The darkest night of the year — symbolizing the overcoming of darkness and ignorance. Considered the night when Shiva's energy is most accessible. Fasting and meditation on this night is said to be equivalent to a year of spiritual practice.
Fasting
Strict fast (nirjala or fruits only). Break fast next morning after puja.