Govardhan Puja 2022: Date

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On the day following Diwali, Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakoot, is observed. In accordance with the Hindu calendar, this puja is carried out on Kartik ...

Diwali is being celebrated with lot of pomp and show, as it is every year. The festive season has kicked off. Diwali brings joy and light into people's lives through everything from cleaning the homes to decorating them with lights, rangolis, and colours to going shopping for new outfits for family and friends.

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Date and muhurat for Govardhan Puja, 2022: As per the beliefs of Hindu mythology, one should perform the Govardhan Puja on Pratipada Tithi of the Kartik ...

The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). [Shri Krishna](/topic/shri-krishna)ordered the Braj people to worship the Govardhan mountain and cows, which incensed Lord Indra. To protect the Braj people, Brajwasis, and animals, Lord Shri Krishna then lifted the huge Govardhan mountain with his little finger. For the Govardhan Puja, annakuts must be prepared, and the shape of the Govardhan is made from cow dung. However, parikrama is not considered part of the Govardhan Puja. [Govardhan Puja](/topic/govardhan-puja)is typically held the day following Diwali Puja and commemorates the day when Lord Krishna conquered God Indra.

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