Govatsa Dwadashi, also known as Vasu Baras is an annual Hindu occasion that is celebrated primarily in parts of India, particularly in Maharashtra and North India, marking the beginning of Diwali festivities. Govatsa Dwadashi is celebrated one day before Dhanteras. On Govatsa Dwadashi day, people worship cows and calves with great devotion. On this day, the wheat products are given to cows and calves after they are worshipped. The day of Govatsa Dwadashi is observed on Dwadashi of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik. Govatsa Dwadashi 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, October 28, 2024. In Maharashtra, the festival of Govatsa Dwadashi is known as Vasu Baras and it is considered the first day of Deepavali. In this article, let’s know more about the Govatsa Dwadashi 2024 date and the significance of this day. Diwali 2024 Full Calendar With Date and Time: When Is Dhanteras, Choti Diwali and Lakshmi Puja? Know All About Important Rituals, Shubh Muhurat and Significance to Celebrate 5-Day Festival of Lights. 

Govatsa Dwadashi 2024 Date and Puja Timings

Govatsa Dwadashi 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, October 28, 2024. According to Drikpanchang, the Pradoshkala Govatsa Dwadashi Muhurat will be from 06:07 PM to 08:37 PM on October 28. The Dwadashi tithi starts from 07:50 AM on Oct 28, 2024 and ends at 10:31 AM on Oct 29, 2024. When Is Deepawali Starting This Year? Know All About 5-Day 'Festival of Lights'

Govatsa Dwadashi Significance

Govatsa Dwadashi is an auspicious occasion dedicated to cows and is considered sacred in Hinduism. On this day, devotees, particularly women, worship cows and calves. Govatsa Dwadashi is also observed as Nandini Vrat as ‘Nandini’ refers to the cow in Hinduism. The cows are bathed, decorated with turmeric, vermillion, and flowers, and offered special food like wheat products and sweets.

The day emphasises the importance of the cow in Indian culture and agriculture, symbolising wealth, prosperity, and nourishment. People who observe Govatsa Dwadashi abstain from eating any wheat and milk products during the day.

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