Updated On: 18 February, 2023 11:02 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
On this day, devotees pray, fast, take a holi bath in the river Ganga and worship lord shiva. It is believed that fasting on Mahashivratri brings blessings and fulfilment of desires

Maha Shivaratri is a Hindu festival celebrated annually tp honour the deity Shiva. Photo Courtesy: iStock
Maha Shivratri is one of the most auspicious Hindi festivals which is celebrated by devotees across India. The chants of `Har Har Mahadev` is heard throughout the nation on this day.
This year the festival, also called the `Great time of lord Shiva`, will be observed on February 18, 2023. It`s celebrated annually in honour of Lord Shiva, who is considered one of the main deities in Hinduism.