Annakoot Celebration 2026 | Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School

Annakoot Celebration 2026

The auspicious occasion of Hindu New Year (Nutan Varsh) was celebrated with great devotion and joy at Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School, Jadcherla, on 9th November 2026, with a grand Annakoot offering to Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan.

Annakoot, meaning “Mountain of Food,” commemorates Bhagwan Shri Krishna’s divine Govardhan Leela, when He lifted Govardhan Hill to protect the people of Gokul from heavy rains. This tradition reminds us of the importance of devotion, humility and gratitude towards Bhagwan.

The temple witnessed a magnificent display of sweets, snacks, namkeens, vegetables and traditional delicacies, lovingly prepared and offered to Bhagwan. Pujya Sarvadarshan Swamiji explained the significance of Annakoot, Govardhan Puja, the divine charitra of Bhagwan Shri Krishna and the Annakoot tradition during the time of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, inspiring everyone with its spiritual message.

The celebration was graced by Pujya Sarvadarshandasji Swami and Pujya Darshanpriyadasji Swami. Specially arriving from Hyderabad for the divine darshan of Ghanshyam Maharaj were Pujya Krushnacharandasji Swamiji, Pujya Rushicharandasji Swamiji, Pujya Saraljivandasji Swamiji, Pujya Sadgunpriyadasji Swamiji, Pujya Varnivallabhdasji Swamiji and Parshad Ambrish Bhagathji. Members of the local Gujarati and Marwadi communities also joined for darshan.

A heartwarming highlight was the visit of 26 (orphaned) God-gifted children from Anuragani Ashram, Jadcherla, who were warmly welcomed by Gurukul students for Ghanshyam Maharaj’s darshan and Prasad. Their visit inspired students to value the blessing of parents, respect them, love them and always care for them.

Students also enthusiastically participated in the arrangements and seva.

The grand Annakoot Darshan brought everyone together in an atmosphere of devotion, happiness and gratitude, making the Hindu New Year truly memorable.

May Ghanshyam Maharaj bless everyone with happiness, prosperity, good health and devotion throughout the New Year.

Nutan Varsh Abhinandan! Jay Swaminarayan! 🙏