Govardhan Puja, also known as the Annakut Festival, is celebrated the day after Diwali. This day marks the occasion when Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan mountain to shield the people and animals of Braj from Lord Indra’s wrath.
On this day, devotees perform special worship of Lord Krishna and offer a variety of dishes in his honour. Among these, Kadhi and Annakoot vegetables hold particular significance, not merely as food, but as carriers of deep spiritual and cultural meaning. Astrologer Anshul Tripathi explains their importance.
Govardhan Puja is also called the Annakut Festival, which translates to ‘a mountain of food’. It is a symbolic celebration of gratitude towards nature, agriculture, and nourishment.
According to legend, Lord Krishna taught the people of Braj tha