What is the Gowardhan Yatra?

The Gowardhan Yatra is a traditional procession carried out by the Yadav Bandhus in Varanasi during the Diwali celebrations.

What is the significance of the Annakut Shringar at Kashi Vishwanath Temple?

The Annakut Shringar is a ritual where 56 varieties of sweets and edibles are offered to Lord Shiva at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple as part of the Diwali celebrations.

When did the Hanuman Jayanti celebrations take place in Varanasi?

The Hanuman Jayanti celebrations, including the recital of Hanuman Chalisa, took place at the Sankatmochan Temple in Varanasi on the occasion of Lord Hanuman's birth anniversary.

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Varanasi Celebrates Diwali with Vibrant Rituals and Processions

22 Oct

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Summary

Yadav Bandhus carry out Gowardhan Yatra and Annakut Shringar
Kashi Vishwanath Temple hosts grand Annakoot celebrations
Hanuman Jayanti and Kali Puja rituals also observed

Varanasi Celebrates Diwali with Vibrant Rituals and Processions

On October 22, 2025, the holy city of Varanasi celebrated Diwali with a vibrant display of rituals and processions. The five-day festival of lights commenced with Dhanteras and reached its peak on Diwali, with the city illuminated by innumerable earthen lamps and spectacular fireworks.

As part of the celebrations, the Yadav Bandhus carried out their traditional Gowardhan Yatra and Annakut Shringar at the Kashi Vishwanath, Annapurna, and other temples. The Gowardhan procession, organized by the Gowardhan Puja Committee, started from Hathua Market and culminated at the Khikiya Ghat, now known as Namo Ghat.

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple also witnessed grand Annakoot celebrations, with the offering of 'chhappan bhog' (56 varieties of sweets and edibles) to Lord Shiva. A procession of the deity's mobile idol was carried out from the Satyanarayan Temple after the Bhog Aarti.