Shitala Satam

Shitala Satam is the Hindu event celebrated for the Shitala, and all the celebrators of this day offer worship to Shitala for Shitala’s blessings. It is celebrated in various cities in India, especially in Uttar Pradesh. Basoda celebrations are related to this event, and on this day, prayers and fast are presented to the God Vishnu and Devi named Shiala for their blessings. In addition, Bhajans to Shiva are also presented. 

Significance of worshipping Shitala on Shitala Satam

The Shitala worshipper remains safe from various diseases and enjoys a healthy life free of diseases. As measles is a harmful disease, Shitala followers remain safe from this disease. Other than measles, Chickenpox cannot harm the Shitala worshipper. In addition, Puja’s a significant effect on the life of Puja performers. The effect of Shitala worship will also fulfil all the desires. 

Puja Vidhi related to Shitala Satam 

• Shitala worshippers will have to take a bath after waking and come to Shitala temple to offer worship to her. 
• The idols of Shitala are also washed in the holy Ganga water, and Shitala’s red clothes are wrapped around them after bathing. 
• As the bathing activity related to Shitala will be completed, the Puja ceremony will be started at the river edge in Shitala’s honour. 
• Sheetala Ashtakam will be recited as the Manter of Sheetala after the Puja activity, and foods will be cooked for Sheetala. 
• After all the worship related to her, the incense sticks and red flower garlands will be presented to Shitala.