Introduction Govardhan Pooja, also known as Annakut or Padwa, is one of the most auspicious festivals celebrated in Hinduism, observed the day after Diwali. Rooted in devotion to Lord Krishna, this sacred day commemorates the lifting of Govardhan Parvat (hill) by the young Krishna to protect the people of Vrindavan from torrential rains sent by Lord Indra. Beyond its divine legend, Govardhan Pooja embodies the timeless Sanatan value of living in harmony with nature and expressing gratitude to the Earth’s abundance. The Legend Behind Govardhan Pooja According to the Bhagavata Purana, the people of Vrindavan used to offer elaborate rituals and prayers to Lord Indra, the god of rain, to…