Overview
- Observance falls on the Pratipada tithi of Kartik and commonly coincides with Govardhan Puja/Annakut.
- Key rituals include closing old account books and consecrating new ones while praying to Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity.
- Communities celebrate with temple visits, family gatherings, sweets and the exchange of Saal Mubarak greetings.
- LiveMint cites Drik Panchang muhurat details, including Govardhan Puja Pratahkala from 6:27 am to 8:44 am and Sayankala from 3:34 pm to 5:51 pm on Oct. 22.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended New Year wishes on X, praying for health, happiness and prosperity for Gujaratis.