PM Modi Extends Govardhan Puja Greetings, Prays for Prosperity and Well-being

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Govardhan Puja, wishing that the festival brings renewed energy, enthusiasm and prosperity into everyone's lives.

In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes to citizens and prayed for their well-being and good fortune.

"Heartiest greetings to all my fellow countrymen on the occasion of Govardhan Puja. May this sacred festival infuse new energy and enthusiasm into all your lives. I pray for the well-being, good fortune, and prosperity of everyone," Modi wrote.

The Prime Minister also shared a Sanskrit verse from the 'Shri Govardhanadharashtakam', a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Krishna in his form as Govardhan-dhari, the lifter of Mount Govardhan.

The verse praises Krishna as the beloved of the people of Braj, a symbol of true valour and the protector who removes the fears of his devotees.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his greetings on the occasion, invoking the blessings of Lord Krishna for happiness and prosperity.

"Heartfelt wishes to all fellow citizens on Govardhan Puja. May the grace of Lord Shri Krishna bring happiness, prosperity, and well-being to everyone's life," Shah said in a post on X.

Govardhan Puja commemorates the legend of Lord Krishna lifting the massive Govardhan Hill on his little finger to protect the people of Braj from torrential rains unleashed by Lord Indra, the king of the gods. The episode is also associated with Krishna's challenge to Indra's pride and his message of devotion to nature and the importance of protecting those who depend on it.

The festival, also known as Annakut, is celebrated on Pratipada, the first day of the bright fortnight of the Hindu month of Kartika, immediately after Diwali.

The occasion is traditionally marked by the worship of Lord Krishna, Govardhan Hill and cows. Devotees also prepare and offer a variety of food items to the deity as part of the Annakut tradition.

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