Basoda, or Sheetala Ashtami, is a major Hindu festival honoring Goddess Sheetala. Celebrated in northern India, it falls on March 11, 2026. Devotees offer previously cooked meals to the goddess, believing it invokes her healing powers. Goddess Sheetala protects against diseases like smallpox and fever. This day offers a chance for spiritual purification and well-being as seasons change.
