Fri Nov 01 01:32:04 UTC 2024: ## Govardhan Puja 2024: Celebrating Krishna and the Sacred Mountain

The festival of Govardhan Puja, celebrated the day after Diwali, holds significant importance in Hindu scriptures. This year, the festival falls on **[Date]**.

Govardhan Puja marks the day Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan mountain to protect the people of Vrindavan from the wrath of Lord Indra. The festival commemorates this event and the importance of protecting nature.

On this day, devotees offer prayers and worship Lord Krishna and the Govardhan mountain. A special “bhog” or offering is prepared with 56 different dishes, reflecting the diversity of nature’s bounty. This tradition has earned Govardhan Puja the alternate name “Annakoot”.

The auspicious time for the puja is **[Muhurat]**. Devotees can offer various delicacies like **[List of offerings]** to Lord Krishna for fulfillment of their wishes.

This year, Diwali will be celebrated for six days, with Govardhan Puja falling on the sixth day. This extended celebration is a testament to the joy and spiritual significance associated with the festival of lights.

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