Shitala Satam 2025 will be observed on Friday, August 15, 2025, dedicated to Goddess Shitala Mata, revered for protecting devotees from diseases like measles and chickenpox. In the Gujarati calendar, Shitala Satam holds great cultural and spiritual importance. Devotees perform Shitala Mata Puja with full devotion to seek blessings for the health, well-being, and protection of their families.
Shitala Satam 2025 Date and Puja Muhurat
| Event | Date and Time |
| Shitala Satam 2025 | Friday, August 15, 2025 |
| Puja Muhurat | 06:04 AM to 06:43 PM |
| Saptami Tithi Begins | 03:37 AM on August 15, 2025 |
| Saptami Tithi Ends | 01:19 AM on August 16, 2025 |
A day before Shitala Satam, Randhan Chhath is observed on August 14, 2025, as part of preparations for the festival.
Significance of Shitala Satam
Shitala Satam is dedicated to Goddess Shitala Mata, who is believed to shield her devotees from contagious diseases and purify their homes. Families across Gujarat observe this day with rituals passed down through generations, keeping alive the traditional belief that health is the greatest blessing.
Shitala Satam: Unique Ritual
One of the most distinct customs of Shitala Satam is the prohibition of cooking fresh food on the festival day. All meals are prepared a day earlier during Randhan Chhath and consumed cold on Shitala Satam. This practice is symbolic of discipline, devotion, and remembrance of the Goddess’s blessings.
The tradition of not cooking is similar to Basoda and Sheetala Ashtami, celebrated in North Indian states after Holi. While the names differ, the essence remains the same, honoring the Goddess who safeguards health. Shitala Satam is also called Sheetala Satam and Sitala Satam in different regions, but the devotion to Goddess Shitala Mata remains constant.
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