Sheetla Ashtami is a festival dedicated to Goddess Sheetla, the protector from diseases, impurities, and calamities. This festival is predominantly observed in North India with faith, fasting, and traditional practices. In 2025, Sheetla Ashtami will be celebrated on Thursday, June 19th. Observing a fast and performing the prescribed worship of Mata Sheetla on this day is believed to alleviate many life's hardships and bring wealth, health, and peace.
It is believed that stale food (referred to as 'Sheetal') is offered to the Goddess as a devotional offering, and the same food is consumed by devotees as prasad. This worship is not only a part of tradition but is also considered a symbol of health and environmental purity. Sheetla Devi is known as the Goddess of cleanliness and well-being. Performing certain specific remedies on this day is believed to infuse positive energy into life and provide relief from many problems.
Recite Sheetla Chalisa for Success in Employment
If you are worried about your job and haven't achieved desired success despite repeated efforts, recite Sheetla Chalisa once on Sheetla Ashtami morning after taking a bath. After the recitation, offer flowers to the Goddess and pray. It is believed that even a single recitation removes obstacles in the workplace and brings stability to one's career.
Mantra Jaap for Health and Longevity
Everyone desires a healthy life and longevity. To achieve this, chant this special mantra of Goddess Sheetla on Sheetla Ashtami:
'Mṛṇāla tantu sadṛśīṃ nābhi hṛtmadhya saṃsthitām | Yastvāṃ saṃcinta yeḍ devi tasya mṛtyur na jāyate ||'
This mantra is considered to eliminate diseases and bestow long life. Recite this mantra 108 times and pray to the Goddess for a healthy life.
Recite Sheetlashtak Stotra for Peace and Harmony in the Family
If there is any disharmony in the family or lack of coordination among members, recite this mantra from Sheetlashtak Stotra on Sheetla Ashtami:
'Sheetale tvam jaganmata Sheetale tvam jagatpita |
Sheetale tvam jagadhatri Sheetalayai namo namah ||'
Devout recitation of this mantra brings peace and happiness to the home environment. It strengthens family relationships.
Light a Ghee Lamp for Progress and Advancement
In the evening, during the worship of Sheetla Mata, light a lamp of pure ghee in front of her and perform her aarti. This simple remedy infuses positive energy into the home and opens paths to progress. This remedy is highly beneficial for those who are repeatedly failing in business or any plan.
Nine-Syllable Mantra for Happiness and Prosperity
To maintain the prosperity of the home, chant this mantra on Sheetla Ashtami:
'Om Hrim Shrim Sheetalayai Namah'
After bathing and other rituals, focus your mind on the Goddess and chant this mantra 1 mala (108 times). This remedy strengthens the financial situation and brings peace and happiness to the home.
Neem Puja to Protect Business from Negative Influences
To avoid unwanted difficulties and losses in business, visit a neem tree on this day, focus on Mata Sheetla, and perform puja with vermillion and rice. Worshiping the neem tree, considered a symbol of the Goddess, removes negative energies and brings stability to the business.
Plant a Neem Tree for Spouse's Problems
If your spouse is constantly facing problems, plant a neem tree in the west direction of your house on Sheetla Ashtami. Care for the tree daily and offer your respects. This remedy is believed to alleviate the spouse's problems and benefit their health and mental peace.
Sheetla Ashtami is not only a religious festival but also conveys a message of health, cleanliness, and collective well-being. The small remedies performed on this day can bring about significant changes in life. Whether it's job-related worries, family peace, health issues, or business problems – these remedies dedicated to Sheetla Mata can provide solutions to every problem.
