Govardhan Puja rituals begin at Akshardham, New Delhi

Devotees gathered at Akshardham Temple in New Delhi on 10 November 2026 to perform traditional rituals marking Govardhan Puja, the Hindu festival observed the day after Diwali. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Large numbers of devotees observed Govardhan Puja at the iconic Akshardham Temple in New Delhi on 10 November 2026, participating in age old ceremonial worship. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

A priest conducted sacred rituals during Govardhan Puja celebrations at Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, on 10 November 2026, guiding devotees through traditional ceremonial observances. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

A priest at Akshardham Temple in New Delhi performed solemn rites on 10 November 2026 as part of the Govardhan Puja festival, which commemorates Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan hill. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Devotees offered prayers and performed traditional rites during Govardhan Puja at Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, on 10 November 2026, with the temple drawing large festive crowds. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Festive fervour filled Akshardham Temple in New Delhi as devotees engaged in Govardhan Puja rituals on 10 November 2026, one of the most vibrant post Diwali Hindu observances. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Communal worship brought devotees together at Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, for Govardhan Puja on 10 November 2026, with participants joining in group prayers and ceremonial offerings. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Devotees presented traditional offerings and observed ceremonial customs during Govardhan Puja at Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, on 10 November 2026. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Scores of devotees immersed themselves in the spirit of Govardhan Puja at Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, on 10 November 2026, performing rituals that mark gratitude towards nature and the divine. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Devotees crafted a grand rangoli as part of Govardhan Puja celebrations at Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, on 10 November 2026, adding vibrant colour to the festive atmosphere. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

Elaborate rangoli designs created by devotees highlighted the Govardhan Puja festivities at Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, on 10 November 2026, rounding off a day of prayer and community celebration. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)

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