Bali Padyami
KannadaAlso known as: Bali Pratipada
Bali Padyami
About Bali Padyami
Bali Padyami falls on the first day of the bright fortnight in the month of Kartik (October-November), the day after Diwali. It celebrates the return of King Bali to earth from the netherworld.
According to legend, Lord Vishnu granted King Bali the boon of returning to earth once a year to ensure his subjects are happy and prosperous.
In Karnataka, this day is celebrated with traditional rituals, cattle worship (Govardhan Puja), and festive meals with family and friends.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe traditional rituals and light fasting on Bali Padyami.
- Wake up before dawn and take a ritual bath.
- Prepare traditional Karnataka delicacies.
- Visit temples and offer prayers.
- Perform Govardhan Puja and worship cattle.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the morning puja with a festive meal.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Prepare the Govardhan idol with cow dung.
- Offer prayers to Lord Krishna and worship the cattle.
- Perform traditional Karnataka rituals.
- Distribute prasad to family and community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It celebrates the return of King Bali to earth from the netherworld, as granted by Lord Vishnu. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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