Govardhana Puja is a sacred Hindu ritual performed on the next day after Diwali, dedicated to Lord Krishna and the Govardhan Hill. This ritual commemorates the divine incident where Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan Hill on His little finger to protect the villagers of Vrindavan from torrential rains caused by Lord Indra’s wrath.

✨ Significance

Govardhana Puja symbolizes:

• Devotion and surrender to Lord Krishna

• Gratitude toward nature and its bountiful resources

• Victory of Dharma (righteousness) over arrogance

Traditionally, devotees create a small hill model from cow dung, mud, or sweets, representing Mount Govardhan, and worship it with flowers, lamps, and food offerings, especially Annakut (a grand feast of 56 food items).

📜 Ritual Highlights

• Govardhan Hill (Parvat) creation and decoration

• Puja and arati of Lord Krishna & Govardhan

• Offering of Annakut (variety of food items)

• Bhajans and chanting of Krishna Leelas

• Govardhan parikrama (circumambulation around the hill model)

This puja is particularly auspicious for Krishna devotees, Vaishnava households, and anyone seeking prosperity, protection from natural calamities, and spiritual growth.