Govats Dwadashi is an important festival in Hinduism dedicated to the worship of cows. On this day, cows are considered a form of Goddess Lakshmi, and worshipping them brings prosperity and happiness. Govatsa Dwadashi is celebrated the day before Dhanteras. 12th day of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the Hindu month of Magha. People also know it as Govardhan Puja or Gokulashtami. You should avoid certain things on this day.
Date and Puja Time
Govatsa Dwadashi on Friday, October 17, 2025
Govatsa Dwadashi 2025 Muhurta
- Pradoshkala Govatsa Dwadashi Muhurat – 05:49 PM to 08:20 PM
- Duration – 02 Hours 31 Mins
- Dwadashi Tithi Begins – 11:12 AM on Oct 17, 2025
- Dwadashi Tithi Ends – 12:18 PM on Oct 18, 2025
What to do on Govatsa Dwadashi:
- Wash the cows and put a garland of flowers around their necks.
- Give grass/hay, fodder, and fruits to cows.
- Light lamps and incense in front of the cows.
- Worship the cows and seek their blessings.
- Sing bhajans and listen to stories about cows.
Govatsa Dwadashi is the festival that teaches us to cow as well. It is the day when taking care of and serving cows in all respects gives alot of religious merit.
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What are the 5 things to avoid doing on Govatsa Dwadashi Day?
Hurting cows: In this country, people consider hurting a cow one of the greatest sins you can commit, just as they do Govats Dwadashi. You should not forcefully beat or kill a cow on this day. We must properly feed them. We should take care of and love cows.
Non-veg food: You must not eat non-vegetarian food on Govats Dwadashi. Hindus consider the cow a mother and believe that eating meat on this day is a sin.
Impure food: You should eat pure and satvik food on Govats Dwadashi. You should not consume impure foods, like meat and fish products.
Lying: You must not lie on Govats Dwadashi. One should speak the truth on this day and maintain harmony with others.
Getting angry: Avoid getting angry and quarreling with someone on Govats Dwadashi. One should keep the mind calm on this day and be compassionate towards others.
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