When is Govardhan Puja?
Govardhan Puja in 2026 falls on November 10, 2026, Tuesday. It is observed from the morning on the Pratipada tithi of the Shukla paksha of Kartik month.
Govardhan Puja: date and time
| Year | Date | Tithi (Shukla Pratipada) | Puja time (New Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 10, 2026, Tuesday | 12:32 pm, November 9 to 2:01 pm, November 10 | Sunrise: 6:39 am |
| 2027 | October 30, 2027, Saturday | 7:07 pm, October 29 to 5:52 pm, October 30 | Sunrise: 6:31 am |
Annakut; puja of Shri Krishna and Govardhan parvat. The festival is kept on the day this tithi prevails at sunrise.
Significance of Govardhan Puja
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Where it is celebrated: all over North India, especially Mathura-Vrindavan
To save the people of Braj from Indra's anger, Shri Krishna lifted Govardhan parvat on his little finger. In its memory a Govardhan is made of cow dung and worshipped, and annakut bhog is offered.
Govardhan Puja puja vidhi
- Make the shape of Govardhan parvat and Shri Krishna from cow dung.
- Worship with flowers, diyas and kheel-batashe, and do parikrama.
- Offer annakut (many kinds of vegetables and dishes) as bhog.
- Worship cows and bullocks.
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4:44Phoolon Mein Saj Rahe Hain Shri Vrindavan Bihari
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Frequently asked questions
When is Govardhan Puja 2026?
Govardhan Puja in 2026 falls on November 10, 2026, Tuesday. It is observed from the morning on the Pratipada tithi of the Shukla paksha of Kartik month.
On which tithi is Govardhan Puja celebrated?
Kartik month, Shukla paksha, Pratipada. The festival is kept on the day this tithi prevails at sunrise.
What is the significance of Govardhan Puja?
Annakut; puja of Shri Krishna and Govardhan parvat.
Govardhan Puja 2026 date?
Govardhan Puja 2026: Tuesday, November 10, 2026.