Amrutkaal अमृतकाल
Hindu Festival

Govardhan Puja

गोवर्धन पूजा
Next · 11 October 2026 · Pratipada of Shukla paksha, Kartika
127
days until Govardhan Puja

Shubh Muhurat

Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 11 October 2026.

We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.

Significance

The day after Diwali honors Lord Krishna's lifting of Mount Govardhan to protect the villagers of Vrindavan from Indra's wrath. Annakut — the 'mountain of food' — is offered to Krishna.

Rituals & Traditions

Upcoming dates

Observed by: Hindus

Frequently asked questions

When is Govardhan Puja?

Govardhan Puja is next observed on 11 October 2026. The festival follows pratipada of shukla paksha, kartika.

What is Govardhan Puja?

The day after Diwali honors Lord Krishna's lifting of Mount Govardhan to protect the villagers of Vrindavan from Indra's wrath. Annakut — the 'mountain of food' — is offered to Krishna.

Who observes Govardhan Puja?

Govardhan Puja is observed by Hindus.