Published 19:38 IST, November 1st 2024
Govardhan Puja 2024: Step-By-Step Rituals, Essential Dos And Don'ts For Blessed Celebration
According to Drik Panchang, Govardhan Puja festival is celebrated during the Pratipada Tithi of Kartik month.
Govardhan Puja is also known as Annakoot Puja that symbolises the power of faith and devotion. This day marks the victory of Lord Krishna over Lord Indra, and is dedicated to Goddess Krishna nd the Govardhan Mountain.
According to Drik Panchang, Govardhan Puja festival is celebrated during the Pratipada Tithi of Kartik month.
Step-By-Step Rituals For Govardhan Puja
Set up an altar: Create a space to place an idol or picture of Lord Krishna.
Feasting: Prepare dishes using wheat, rice, gram flour, and a variety of leafy vegetables.
Perform puja: Light diyas and lamps, then offer fresh flowers, sweets, and fruits to Lord Krishna. Chant mantras and recite prayers for blessings.
Aarti: Complete the puja by singing and performing the aarti.
Sharing blessings: Distribute sweets to family and friends, exchanging blessings with them.
Dos For Govardhan Puja
Start your day with a bath to purify yourself before the puja.
Light diyas, candles, and lamps to invite blessings of prosperity, protection, wealth, and health.
Participate in the Parikrama tradition by circumambulating the totem with family members to mark unity and blessings.
Food plays an important role in Govardhan Puja; prepare a variety of dishes to offer to Lord Krishna.
Don'ts For Govardhan Puja
Avoid moon gazing on this day, as it is traditionally believed that it could hinder blessings.
Avoid preparing food indoors. Instead, prepare it in an open space to allow positivity to flow freely.
Avoid wearing untidy clothes, as this can be seen as disrespectful.
Avoid worshipping alone; it is encouraged to perform puja with family and friends.
Avoid using unkind words to prevent misunderstandings and keep the flow of positivity moving.
Updated 19:41 IST, November 1st 2024