Cows were led over Govardhan mountain in Bemetara as the Yadav community offered prayers
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A traditional religious event was held in Bemetara, Chhattisgarh, on the occasion of Govardhan Puja. At Naveen Market, the Yadav community performed worship and rituals for Govardhan mountain. During the event, cows were symbolically led over Govardhan mountain. A large number of devotees took part in the programme and, according to tradition, sought the blessings of the cows.
During the puja, devotees applied tilak to the cows and also received blessings by applying a tilak made of cow dung. According to religious belief, cows and cow dung have special significance in Govardhan Puja. Following this tradition, members of the community performed the puja with rituals.
During the programme held at Naveen Market, devotees took part in the circumambulation and worship of Govardhan mountain. Through the tradition of leading cows over the mountain, the cultural importance linked to nature, livestock and agriculture was also expressed.
Organised with the participation of the Yadav community, the programme followed traditional customs and practices. A mood of religious enthusiasm prevailed in the area on the occasion of Govardhan Puja.
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