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Lotha Baba (Friend of Krishna)

Poonchari Ka Lotha

Govardhan, Rajasthan / UP Border | Open 24 Hours

Lotha Baba (Friend of Krishna) Lord Hanuman Braj Bhoomi
Primary Deity Lotha Baba (Friend of Krishna)
Secondary Deity Lord Hanuman
Region Braj Bhoomi
Darshan Hours Open 24 Hours

About

History: Dedicated to Lotha Baba, an intimate cowherd friend of Lord Krishna. When Krishna left for Dwarka, Lotha waited at the edge (Poonch/tail) of Govardhan Hill, vowing not to eat until Krishna returned.

Pujas Performed: Daily Bhog offering and Aarti.

Benefits of Puja: Inspires unwavering loyalty in friendships and grants strength to fulfill vows and promises.

Sevas: Offering of immense amounts of food (Bhog) and sweets to honor his fasting vow.

Deities: Lotha Baba and Lord Hanuman.

Fact: It marks the extreme southern edge ("tail" or Poonch) of the Govardhan Hill parikrama route.

Timings: Open 24 Hours.

Darshan Booking:
No official online VIP booking; general entry is free.

Significance

Significance: Celebrates the supreme, agonizing devotion of friendship (Sakhya Bhakti) and marks a critical resting point on the Govardhan Parikrama.