Govardhan Puja 2025: When is Govardhan Puja on October 21 or 22? Learn the date, significance, and method of worship...

Govardhan Puja 2025: Govardhan Puja is performed on the Pratipada Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the month of Kartik. This is a major day of the Diwali festival, which commemorates Lord Krishna's protection of Gokul by lifting the Govardhan mountain. It is believed that on this day, an idol of Govardhan Maharaj is made from cow dung and worshipped in homes. Charity is also performed while remembering the exploits of Lord Krishna. In Hinduism, Govardhan is considered a symbol of the protection of nature, and is celebrated the day after Diwali. However, this time there is confusion regarding the date of Govardhan Puja. Let us understand the date and significance of Govardhan Puja.

Govardhan Puja 2025

According to the calendar, the Pratipada Tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Kartik will begin on October 21st at 5:54 pm. It will end on October 22nd at 8:16 pm. According to the date, this year, Govardhan Puja will be celebrated on October 22nd.

Auspicious Time for Govardhan Puja 2025

This year, the auspicious time for Govardhan Puja is from 3:13 pm to 5:49 pm. This date will coincide with the Swati Nakshatra and Preeti. Significantly, the Sun, the king of planets, will be in Libra, where the Moon will also transit. Therefore, this time will be auspicious for worship.

Govardhan Puja Method

During Govardhan Puja, it is customary to worship Lord Krishna and Govardhan Mountain. Therefore, according to the auspicious time, first create a Govardhan idol in the courtyard using cow dung.

Place roli (red rice) and rice on it. Light a lamp near the idol for worship.

Now, place water, milk, and saffron along with kheer (kheer), puri (sweet rice), and sweets. Afterward, circumambulate Govardhan with everyone.

Finally, perform aarti (sacred ritual) and apologize for any mistakes made during the puja. It is believed that this brings positivity in life.

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