Raksha Bandhan
A celebration of the bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie a decorative thread (rakhi) on their brothers' wrists, receiving gifts and protection in return.
Protection
Ratri
The goddess of night.
Shitala
The goddess of smallpox and other infectious diseases.
Tara
A form of the goddess associated with protection, guidance, and compassion.
Vanadevata
Forest deities or spirits protecting wilderness and forest life.
Waghoba
A tiger deity worshipped by tribal communities in Maharashtra and surrounding regions.