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Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakut or Annakoot Puja, is a significant Hindu festival celebrated a day after Diwali. There may occasionally be a one-day lag between Govardhan Puja and Diwali. This year, Govardhan Puja will be held on Oct. 22.

The auspicious day is celebrated to express gratitude to Lord Krishna for raising the Govardhan Hill and protecting the people of Gokul from the flooding. Govardhan Puja is celebrated on the Pratipada Tithi of the Kartik month, as per the Hindu calendar. It’s believed that on this day, Lord Krishna defeated God Indra and protected the residents of Gokul.

Devotees flock to temples in Mathura, Vrindavan and Barsana in Uttar Pradesh to take part in Annakut ritual

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