Chief Minister Dhami Celebrates Govardhan Puja with Prayers for Prosperity
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami performed Govardhan Puja, wishing prosperity for the people of Uttarakhand.
Dehradun, November 10 (Daily Kiran) : Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami observed Govardhan Puja at his residence on November 10, 2026. During the ceremony, he reverently worshipped the sacred cow, applying a ceremonial mark and adorning her with a garland. Dhami expressed his heartfelt wishes for the prosperity and happiness of the people of Uttarakhand.
In his greetings for the festival, Dhami emphasized that Govardhan Puja symbolizes our gratitude towards nature, livestock, and environmental conservation. He noted the significance of the cow in Indian culture, highlighting that the protection and enhancement of cows are integral to our rich cultural heritage.
The Chief Minister remarked that this festival teaches us to live in harmony with nature and fosters compassion and sensitivity towards all living beings. He reiterated that the duty of protecting cows, as well as our environment and natural resources, is a collective responsibility we all share.
Earlier, Dhami shared a message on the social media platform X, extending warm wishes for Govardhan Puja. He stated that this festival, emblematic of our rich traditions and gratitude towards nature, encourages environmental conservation and maintaining balance with the natural world. He prayed that this auspicious occasion brings joy, peace, prosperity, and health to everyone.
Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakut, is celebrated on the first day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik, the day following Diwali. The festival is dedicated to the worship of Lord Krishna, the Govardhan Hill, and nature (livestock). According to mythology, Lord Krishna instructed the residents of Braj to worship the Govardhan Hill to humble the pride of Indra Dev. Angered by this, Indra unleashed torrential rains, prompting Krishna to lift the Govardhan Hill with his little finger to protect the villagers and their cattle. This festival is thus observed to express gratitude towards nature and sustenance.
