Khatushyam Baba is one of the most revered deities in India, and his story is steeped in both history and legend.
Khatushyam Baba, also known as Shyam Baba, is a deity worshipped in India, particularly in the state of Rajasthan. His temple is located in the town of Khatushyamji, which is named after him.
The story of Khatushyam Baba begins with his birth, which is shrouded in mystery.
According to legend, he was born in the forest to the son of the Pandavas, Arjuna, and his wife Subhadra. However, there are many versions of the story, and the true origins of Khatushyam Baba remain unknown.
Amalaki Ekadashi is a Hindu festival celebrated on the eleventh day of the waxing moon in the month of Phalguna (February-March).
Legend has it that Khatushyam Baba appeared on Amalaki Ekadashi in the form of a young boy.
He approached a devotee named Barbareek and asked for alms. Barbareek gave him a handful of ber (Indian gooseberry) fruit, which the boy ate and then disappeared.