Govardhan Puja is celebrated after the festivities of Diwali, and this year, it will fall on the 22nd of October. This auspicious festival pays homage to the blessings bestowed by Lord Krishna upon his devotees. It holds a prominent place in the hearts of the Hindu community, as it commemorates the occasion when Lord Krishna crushed the arrogance of Indra to protect his devotees from nature’s wrath.
Govardhan Puja 2025 Date & Muhurat
Govardhan Puja Muhurat
Govardhan Puja Muhurat
Govardhan Puja - Wednesday, October 22, 2025Govardhan Puja Pratahkala Muhurat - 06:26 AM to 08:42 AM
Duration - 02 Hours 16 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 Govardhan Puja Sayankala Muhurat - 03:29 PM to 05:44 PM Duration - 02 Hours 16 Mins
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 05:54 PM on Oct 21, 2025
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 08:16 PM on Oct 22, 2025
Govardhan Puja - Tuesday, November 10, 2026Govardhan Puja Pratahkala Muhurat - 06:40 AM to 08:50 AM
Duration - 02 Hours 10 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 12:31 PM on Nov 09, 2026
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 02:00 PM on Nov 10, 2026
Govardhan Puja - Saturday, October 30, 2027Govardhan Puja Pratahkala Muhurat - 06:31 AM to 08:45 AM
Duration - 02 Hours 13 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Saturday, October 30, 2027 Govardhan Puja Sayankala Muhurat - 03:24 PM to 05:38 PM Duration - 02 Hours 13 Mins
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 07:05 PM on Oct 29, 2027
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 05:51 PM on Oct 30, 2027
Govardhan Puja - Wednesday, October 18, 2028Govardhan Puja Pratahkala Muhurat - 08:26 AM to 08:41 AM
Duration - 00 Hours 15 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Wednesday, October 18, 2028 Govardhan Puja Sayankala Muhurat - 03:31 PM to 05:48 PM Duration - 02 Hours 17 Mins
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 08:26 AM on Oct 18, 2028
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 05:00 AM on Oct 19, 2028
Govardhan Puja - Tuesday, November 6, 2029Govardhan Puja Sayankala Muhurat - 03:21 PM to 05:32 PM
Duration - 02 Hours 11 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Tuesday, November 6, 2029
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 09:53 AM on Nov 06, 2029
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 06:07 AM on Nov 07, 2029
Govardhan Puja - Sunday, October 27, 2030Govardhan Puja Pratahkala Muhurat - 06:29 AM to 08:44 AM
Duration - 02 Hours 14 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Sunday, October 27, 2030 Govardhan Puja Sayankala Muhurat - 03:26 PM to 05:40 PM Duration - 02 Hours 14 Mins
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 01:46 AM on Oct 27, 2030
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 10:36 PM on Oct 27, 2030
Govardhan Puja - Saturday, November 15, 2031Govardhan Puja Pratahkala Muhurat - 06:43 AM to 08:52 AM
Duration - 02 Hours 09 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Saturday, November 15, 2031 Govardhan Puja Sayankala Muhurat - 03:19 PM to 05:28 PM Duration - 02 Hours 09 Mins
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 02:38 AM on Nov 15, 2031
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 12:28 AM on Nov 16, 2031
Govardhan Puja - Wednesday, November 3, 2032Govardhan Puja Sayankala Muhurat - 03:22 PM to 05:34 PM
Duration - 02 Hours 12 Mins
Dyuta Krida on Thursday, November 4, 2032
Pratipada Tithi Begins - 11:14 AM on Nov 03, 2032
Pratipada Tithi Ends - 11:44 AM on Nov 04, 2032
All About the Govardhan Puja Festival
Govardhan Puja is one of the most propitious festivals for Hindus, celebrating the child form of Lord Krishna. It is popularly known as Annakoot, which translates to “a mountain of food.” During this festival, devotees show their reverence to Govardhan Parvat (Govardhan Hill) by offering fifty-six varieties of vegetarian food, expressing their gratitude to Lord Krishna for his blessings.
How to Perform Govardhan Puja
The festival holds significant religious importance. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to perform the puja with devotion:
Morning Rituals: Wake up early and take a bath to prepare for the rituals.
Prepare the Worship Space: Clean your place of worship and light diyas and incense sticks.
Create the Idol: In an open space within your home (preferably in the southeast direction), draw the idol of Govardhan using cow dung.
Offerings: Offer haldi (turmeric), kumkum (vermilion), and akshat (rice) to the idol.
Prayers: Offer flowers and pray with joined hands before the idol.
Prepare Chappan Bhog: Cook delectable dishes using satvik recipes, preparing fifty-six dishes known as Chappan bhog.
Offer Bhog: Present the bhog as prasad to the idol.
Devotional Songs: Sing devotional songs dedicated to Lord Krishna.
Chanting Mantra: Chant the following mantra to appease the deity:
“|| श्रीगिर्रिराजधरणप्रभुतेरीशरण ||”
Parikrama: Perform the parikrama (circumambulation) of the idol.
Aarti: Conclude the puja by performing aarti and distributing the prasad to devotees.
Significance of Govardhan Puja
This festival is celebrated with great zeal, emphasizing the bond between God and his devotees. It is a day to honor devotion and faith, reminding us that God protects his followers through life's challenges. The story behind this day teaches us to respect the power of nature and be grateful for its blessings.
On this day, Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan hill to protect his devotees from nature's wrath. This act teaches us that devotion (Bhakti) is the path to connect with the divine. It reinforces the belief that God safeguards his devotees against all odds.
Rituals Associated with Govardhan Puja
Several rituals are performed to seek Lord Krishna’s blessings:
Annakoot: This festival is also known as Annakoot, meaning a mountain of food. Devotees prepare fifty-six dishes, which are offered to Lord Krishna as prasad.
Bathing Idols: In places like Mathura and Nathdwara, idols of Lord Krishna are given milk baths, dressed in new clothes, and adorned with jewelry. Precious stones, such as diamonds and rubies, are offered by devotees to please the deity.
Food Offerings: On this day, food and sweets are ceremoniously arranged on thalis, creating mountains of food to offer as Bhog to Lord Krishna.
Regional Celebrations: In southern India and certain regions of Maharashtra, this day is celebrated as Bali Padva or Bali Pratiba, marking Lord Vishnu’s appearance in his Vaman avatar.
Astrological Significance of Govardhan Puja
Govardhan Puja falls during the five-day Diwali celebrations. This festival, observed on the first day of the lunar calendar during the bright phase of the Moon (Krishna Paksha), is celebrated in the Karthik month, following Diwali. It is a time for devotees to pay their respects to nature and its abundant blessings.
Legend of Govardhan Puja
According to Hindu mythology, the inhabitants of Gokul celebrated a festival in honor of Lord Indra at the end of each monsoon. However, one year, Lord Krishna persuaded the villagers to stop worshipping Indra and instead honor the Govardhan hill, which provided their resources. Indra, angered by this change, unleashed heavy rains upon the village. To protect the villagers and their cattle, Krishna lifted the Govardhan hill with his little finger, providing them shelter for six days. Indra soon realized his mistake and sought forgiveness from Krishna.
This day celebrates the unwavering faith of devotees in Lord Krishna, who guides and supports them through life's challenges, bestowing strength, happiness, and blessings.
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