Location: Delhi · Timezone: Asia/Kolkata (GMT+5:30)
Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) date and observance details are computed for this location by the BDA Panchang festival endpoint.
- Main date
- Wednesday, 11 March 2026 (local date)
- Category
- Tithi Festival
- Deity or focus
- Sheetala Mata
Basoda: food cooked the previous day is offered cold to Sheetala Mata on Chaitra Krishna Ashtami, seeking protection from fevers and poxes.
Observed dates in 2026
- Wednesday, 11 March 2026 - Chaitra Krishna Paksha, Tithi 8 (#23 of 30). Sunrise rule: sunrise. Tithi started at 1:54 am GMT+5:30 on Wednesday, 11 March 2026.
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सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
When is Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) in 2026?
Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) 2026 falls on Wednesday, 11 March 2026 (Delhi Panchang reference; Asia/Kolkata).
Which deity is Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) dedicated to?
Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) is observed for Sheetala Mata.
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