Govardhan Puja 2025: Rituals, Muhurat & Krishna’s Divine Leela
Govardhan Puja 2025 is one of the most spiritually uplifting festivals celebrated right after [Diwali]. Rooted in the worship of nature and [गाय] (cow), this sacred day honors [Govardhan Parvat] and the divine act of [Bhagwan Krishna] lifting the mountain to protect the people of [Gokul]. This year, the festival falls on 22 October 2025, and devotees across India are preparing to celebrate it with devotion, joy, and gratitude.
Govardhan Puja 2025 Date & Tithi
According to the Hindu [Panchang], the Govardhan Puja Tithi begins on 21 October at 5:54 PM and ends on 22 October at 8:16 PM. This timing is crucial for performing rituals and [Pujan Vidhi] with full spiritual energy.
Govardhan Puja 2025 Muhurat: Best Time to Worship
As per [Drik Panchang], two auspicious muhurats are available for performing the puja:
- Morning Muhurat: 6:26 AM to 8:42 AM
- Afternoon Muhurat: 3:29 PM to 5:44 PM
These windows are ideal for offering prayers, performing [Parikrama], and presenting [Chhappan Bhog] (56 offerings) to Lord Krishna.
Govardhan Puja Rituals: How to Celebrate
Celebrating Govardhan Puja involves simple yet meaningful steps that connect us to nature and divinity:
- Clean Your Home & Courtyard: Start the day early with [सफाई] (cleaning) to purify your space.
- Create Govardhan Parvat: Use [गाय का गोबर] (cow dung) or grains to shape a small hill representing Govardhan.
- Decorate with Symbols: Place figurines of calves, [ग्वालिन] (milkmaids), and Krishna around the hill.
- Offerings: Light [दीपक] (lamps), offer flowers, water, and food grains.
- Perform Parikrama: Circumambulate the hill while chanting Krishna’s name.
- Cow Worship: Feed [गाय और बछड़े] (cows and calves) with jaggery and fodder.
- Distribute Prasad: Share the [Chhappan Bhog] with [ब्राह्मण], the poor, and family members.
- Deepdaan: Light lamps in the evening to dispel darkness and invite prosperity.
These rituals are not just symbolic—they bring peace, joy, and [सुख-समृद्धि] (well-being) into our homes.
Annakoot Festival: The Feast of 56 Dishes
Govardhan Puja is also known as [Annakoot], meaning “mountain of food.” Devotees prepare 56 varieties of dishes including:
- Lentils
- Rice
- Sweets
- Fruits
- Vegetables
These offerings symbolize gratitude and love towards [Bhagwan Krishna], who protected the villagers from [Indra Dev]’s wrath.
Govardhan Puja Story: Krishna’s Divine Leela
The story behind Govardhan Puja is found in the [Vishnu Purana]. Once, [Indra Dev] became arrogant about his powers. To humble him, [Lord Krishna] advised the people of [Gokul] to worship [Govardhan Parvat] instead of Indra.
When the villagers followed Krishna’s advice, Indra became furious and unleashed torrential rains. To protect the people, Krishna lifted the mountain on his little finger and sheltered everyone beneath it for seven days. Eventually, Indra realized his mistake and surrendered to Krishna.
This divine act is celebrated as Govardhan Puja, reminding us of humility, protection, and faith.
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