Savitri Bata-puja

The lady is worshipping a tree, a representation of Savitri Bata-puja which takes place in the month of Shravana. Man’s association with tree dates back to unknown times. In a Bata, banyan tree, the Vedic seers perceived wish-fulfilling power and ordained its worship. They also proclaimed that a certain tree would burst with flowers when a beautiful virtuous young woman touched it. In Indian tradition, Savitri stands for exemplary virtue and womanhood, and Bata for accomplishment of wish. Savitri Bata-puja is a blend of two traditions.