Maha Shivratri, the "Great Night of Shiva", concludes the Magh Mela celebrations. This night is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities of Hinduism, representing transformation and regeneration.
Devotees observe fasts and stay awake throughout the night, chanting mantras and performing rituals in honor of Lord Shiva. The darkest night of the month symbolizes overcoming darkness and ignorance through devotion and spiritual practice.
At Magh Mela, this day sees elaborate ceremonies at Shiva temples along the Ganges, with devotees offering bilva leaves, milk, and water to Shiva lingams. The holy bath taken on this day is believed to bestow blessings of spiritual enlightenment and liberation.