This year, Govardhan Puja will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
Significance:
The morning after Diwali, Govardhan Puja is observed. It is also known as “Annakoot Puja.” Govardhan Puja holds a unique place among all Hindu festivals and celebrations. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm throughout India. This puja is also known as the Govardhan Parva. Primarily, this festival is celebrated with great pomp and show in regions like Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Braj, and others.
The main purpose of Govardhan Puja is to prioritize the protection of cows, cattle, and the environment during the Govardhan festival. On this day, people worship their cows and offer gratitude to them. This festival holds great importance in Indian rural life. It exemplifies the direct connection between nature and human life. The significance and the legend behind Govardhan Puja are deeply rooted in Indian culture. This puja involves the worship of “Gothan,” which means cows.
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According to the scriptures, a cow is as sacred as the Ganges. A cow is also referred to as an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi. Just as Goddess Lakshmi provides wealth and prosperity, the cow provides health in the form of its milk. Their offspring cultivate the fields. In this way, cows are considered sacred and revered by all of humanity. Kartik Shukla Paksha Pratipada (the first day of the bright fortnight in the month of Kartik) is celebrated as Govardhan Puja. On this day, cows are worshipped as a symbol of reverence.
Distinctive dishes are prepared for cows, and they are adorned with a tilak (a mark made with turmeric), and flower garlands are placed around their necks. Their feet are touched as a mark of respect. Moreover, on this day, their normal work or tasks are prohibited and they get a day of rest.
The legend of Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan mountain as protection from torrential rains also relates to this festival. People commemorate this event with great joy.
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Govardhan Puja Muhurat:
Govardhan Puja Early Morning Muhurat – From 06:43 AM to 08:52 AM
Total Duration – 2 hours and 9 minutes
Dyut Krida will be on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
Pratipada Tithi Begins – On November 13, 2023, from 2:56 PM
Pratipada Tithi Ends – On November 14, 2023, until 2:36 PM
Happy Govardhan Puja!
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