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ccording to the Hindu calendar, the festival of Mahashivaratri is celebrated on the Chaturdashi date of the Krishna Paksha of Falgun month celebrating the worship, penance and reverence of Lord Shiva. Performing abhishek or anointing Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri has special significance.