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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai extends greetings on Govardhan Puja and Gaura-Gauri in a still from his video message. Source: Video grab :channel24india.com
The Chief Minister’s video message brings together scenes of worship, village processions and cattle care as the state observes the two festivals.
Key Highlights
- Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai extended warm greetings to the people of Chhattisgarh on Monday, 9 November 2026.
- Govardhan Puja is observed with the worship of cows and bullocks and the offering of Annakut.
- Gaura-Gauri processions celebrate the ceremonial wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Raipur: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Chhattisgarh on Monday, 9 November 2026, on the occasion of Govardhan Puja and Gaura-Gauri. The two festivals are part of the Diwali celebrations in the state, where families observe rituals at home and neighbours come together for worship and processions.
“My heartfelt wishes to you all on the occasion of Govardhan Puja and the Gaura-Gauri festival,” Sai said in his greeting.
Govardhan Puja honours cows and bullocks
In Chhattisgarh, the worship of cows and bullocks is among the customs associated with Govardhan Puja. The observance also includes Annakut, for which devotees prepare and present food as an offering. The rituals reflect the place of cows and bullocks in village life, where caring for them is part of the daily work of many farming households.
Gaura-Gauri brings the celebration into village streets
Gaura-Gauri marks the ceremonial wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The wedding procession brings the observance into village streets and neighbourhoods, where residents gather to take part. People carrying decorated displays and neighbours joining the procession give the celebration the character of a wedding shared by the community
