The festival of “Shitala Saptami” will be celebrated with devotion on the occasion of Chaitra Krishna Saptami on Tuesday, 10 March 2026. This day of worship of Mother Shitala, the goddess of health, is considered very special for freedom from disease and proper functioning of life. Today the Moon will be in Scorpio and Anuradha Nakshatra. Under the influence of Anuradha Nakshatra, the sense of responsibility and ability to speak clearly will increase, which will lead to respect in the society. Today there is a combination of Harshana Yoga, which will bring happiness in the mind and new enthusiasm to fulfill big desires. To take full advantage of the day, use Abhijeet Muhurta from 12:08 to 12:55 pm. Be careful during Rahukaal and whatever mean thoughts come, consider them as a sign of improvement.
important information
Date Krishna Saptami – till 1:54 AM (11 March), then Ashtami
Yoga Harshana – 8:21 AM, Vajra
Karan Vishti – Till 12:40 PM
Karan Bav – Till 1:54 AM (11 March), then Balav
position of sun and moon
Sunrise time: 6:37 AM
Sunset time: 6:26 PM
Moonrise time: 1:01 AM (11 March)
Moonset time: 10:21 AM
sun and moon signs
Sun: in Aquarius
Moon: in Scorpio
today’s good time
Abhijeet Muhurta: 12:08 PM to 12:55 PM
Amrit Kaal: 7:26 AM to 9:13 AM
Today’s inauspicious time
Rahukaal from 3:29 pm to 4:58 pm
Guli Kaal 12:32 pm to 2:00 pm
Yama Ganda 9:34 am to 11:03 am
today’s constellation
Today, the Moon will be in Anuradha Nakshatra.
Anuradha Nakshatra: Till 7:05 pm
Location: 3°20′ Scorpio to 16°40′ Scorpio
Nakshatra Lord: Shani Dev
Zodiac Lord: Mars
Deity: Mitra (God of harmony and friendship)
Symbol: Lotus flower or decorated door
Common Characteristics: Beautiful hair and eyelashes, dutiful, faith in God, courageous, intelligent, outspoken, hardworking, respected in society, attractive personality, slightly selfish, free-spirited and serious in relationships.
Today is Shitala Saptami.
sheetala saptami 2026
Saptami Tithi Start: March 9, 2026 at 11:27 pm
Saptami Tithi ends: March 10, 2026 at 1:54 am
Sheetala Saptami has special significance in Hindu tradition, it is celebrated a day before Ashtami. On this day, Mother Sheetala, considered the goddess of health and cleanliness, is worshipped. The auspicious time for worship on Saptami Tithi is from sunrise to sunset, during which devotees perform the puja with full devotion and ease.
A special feature of this festival is the offering of stale food under the “Basauda” tradition. It is believed that with the blessings of mother, families remain safe from diseases and life goes smoothly. Devotees eat cold dishes and pray for the fulfillment of their wishes. For better guidance and guidance on how to live a healthy life, you can talk to astrologers at Astropatri.