Sheetala Saptami 2026 Observed on March 10 with Traditional Worship and Rituals

Sheetala Saptami 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, March 10, honoring Goddess Sheetala, who is believed to protect devotees from diseases and bring health and purity. Devotees perform traditional rituals, including preparing food a day earlier and worshipping with offerings like neem leaves. The festival emphasizes cleanliness and spiritual devotion, with regional variations in observance. Sheetala Ashtami follows the next day, continuing related customs, especially in northern India.