Mahashivaratri is one of the important festivals celebrated by CMLA every year.  The festival occurs on the 13th night Trayodashi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalguna that usually falls between February 15 and March 15. The day marks a remembrance of “overcoming darkness and ignorance” in life. Lord Shiva is the Adi Guru–the first Guru from whom the knowledge originated. Hence, this is a special day for seekers on the spiritual path. Devotees fast on this sacred day and spend their time conducting hymns, prayers, and meditation.

Every year, as a precursor to Mahashivaratri, members of CMLA organize ‘Shiva Laksharchana’ when the names of Lord Shiva is recited 100,000 times with offering of flowers and ‘akshatas’. At Ramesharam, the Siva Laksharchana begins the prior weekend and complete by Mahashivaratri day.

This year 2021 we have online Shivaratri events on  Thursday March 11th in which everyone can participate from home.

The Live webcast at 630  am  onward can be seen through CMLA’s YouTube channel