Vetal Sashti is observed during the Baishakh or Vaisakh month (April – May) in Jammu and Kashmir
Vetal is a spirit occupying the body of a dead human being or animal.
Vetal appears as characters in many folktales and stories associated with Hindu tradition. The most famous among is the stories of Vikram and Vetal.
The fairs and rituals on the day are associated with paying respects to Vetals. Vetal Sashti is observed during the Baisakh Krishna Paksha or waning phase of moon.