Vat Savitri is an important festival celebrated by married Hindu women in states such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Punjab, occurring on Amavasya Tithi in the month of Jyeshtha, which falls on May 16, 2026. The festival honors the legendary tale of Savitri, who demonstrated extraordinary devotion to her husband, Satyavan. Despite being warned by Sage Narada that Satyavan was fated to die within a year, Savitri chose him as her husband, showcasing her unwavering commitment. As the day of Satyavan's death approached, Savitri fasted for three days without food or water. On the fateful day, while in the forest, Satyavan succumbed to death, and Yama, the god of death, appeared to take his soul. Savitri followed Yama, asserting that a wife’s place is beside her husband. Impressed by her devotion, Yama granted her a boon, allowing Satyavan to return to life. This story underscores the values of love, commitment, and the sacred bond of marriage. Women celebrate this festival by performing rituals, including tying a sacred thread around a banyan tree, to pray for their husbands' longevity and prosperity.