Maha Shivaratri 2026: Monday, 16 February
மகா சிவராத்திரி
📖 About This Festival
A Hindu festival celebrating Lord Shiva, observed with fasting, night vigils, and worship.
✨ Significance
Considered highly auspicious for spiritual growth and overcoming obstacles.
🏡 Impact on Real Estate Activities
Very auspicious for property purchases and Griha Pravesh ceremonies. SRO closed but planning can begin.
📅 Panchangam Details for This Day
🎊 Related Hindu Festivals
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Maha Shivaratri in 2026?
Maha Shivaratri (மகா சிவராத்திரி) falls on Monday, 16 February 2026. It is a Tamil Nadu government holiday.
Is Maha Shivaratri a public holiday in Tamil Nadu?
Yes. Maha Shivaratri is a state government holiday, so sub-registrar offices, banks and government offices are closed and no deed can be registered that day.
What is the significance of Maha Shivaratri?
Considered highly auspicious for spiritual growth and overcoming obstacles.
Can I register property or do a house-warming on Maha Shivaratri?
Very auspicious for property purchases and Griha Pravesh ceremonies. SRO closed but planning can begin. The day scores 75 out of 100 on this calendar's auspicious scale; the panchangam details above give the nalla neram and rahu kalam to plan around. Registration itself must wait for the next working day, since the office is closed.
What is Maha Shivaratri called in Tamil?
In Tamil it is மகா சிவராத்திரி.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This Tamil calendar provides astrological information based on traditional panchangam calculations and is intended for informational and cultural reference purposes only.
- Auspicious scores and recommendations are based on general astrological principles and may not apply to individual circumstances.
- Real estate guidance is provided for general awareness and should not replace professional legal, financial, or astrological consultation.
- Always verify SRO working hours, bank holidays, and other official information from respective government websites before planning transactions.
- Property transactions should be conducted after thorough due diligence, legal verification, and consultation with qualified professionals.
- For personalized astrological guidance, please consult a qualified astrologer with your birth chart details.
- Verified Real Estate is not liable for any decisions made based solely on this calendar information.
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