VARANASI: The Govardhan Puja Committee has announced a procession from Hathua Market in Chetganj to Namo Ghat on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, with a noon departure and an assembly planned for 5 pm IST. The programme was outlined at a press briefing on Saturday, November 7. Residents along the route and people attending the riverfront gathering should plan around the separate morning, afternoon and evening activities.

The announced route runs through Lahurabir, Kabirchaura, Maidagin, Machhodari, Prahladghat and Bhainsasur before reaching Namo Ghat. Anyone meeting relatives or joining the procession should identify the relevant part of that route beforehand. The committee's programme gives a departure point and an evening destination, rather than a timed stop at each neighbourhood.

For families attending only the worship, the morning destination is Govardhan Dham at Namo Ghat. For those joining the street procession, the starting point is Hathua Market's main gate. Choosing between these activities will help residents avoid travelling to the wrong venue at the wrong time.

The programme at a glance

  • Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026. All times are IST.
  • Morning: worship at Govardhan Dham, with rituals continuing until 11 am.
  • Noon: procession scheduled to leave Hathua Market in Chetganj.
  • Route: Lahurabir, Kabirchaura, Maidagin, Machhodari, Prahladghat and Bhainsasur.
  • Evening: assembly at the Namo Ghat open theatre from 5 pm.

Committee president Vinod Yadav and other office bearers described the arrangements at their briefing. Their account places the worship at the riverfront before the procession begins from Chetganj. These are two parts of the same celebration, with the afternoon journey bringing participants back towards the river for the evening programme.

The organisers named Param Vir Chakra recipient Captain Yogendra Yadav to inaugurate the procession. They announced Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav as the chief guest and Uttar Pradesh minister Girish Chandra Yadav as the special guest at the gathering. These are the committee's announced arrangements for the scheduled event.

What participants will see

The procession is to include tableaux depicting Krishna, Shiva and Parvati, and Rama. Reports of the committee's briefing also describe invitations to groups from Prayagraj and Chhattisgarh. The cultural programme therefore includes visiting tableaux alongside participation from Varanasi.

The evening gathering is also due to include the presentation of Govardhan Shri honours to 10 people. Organisers described recognition for contributions across fields including education, sport, medicine, business and social service. The announcement concerns the planned ceremony; residents attending for the honours should use the evening assembly time when making their arrangements.

The riverfront setting is an important part of the day's travel plan. The district administration's guide to the Ganga ghats describes the ghats as steps leading to the river, with many used for bathing and worship. Visitors should distinguish the riverfront destination from the market where the procession starts.

What residents should do

People who need to pass through the named neighbourhoods should allow additional time around the announced procession. Its progress between the noon start and the evening gathering will depend on the movement of participants. A plan to meet someone at an intermediate location should include a clear landmark and a way to reconnect if the group moves on.

Pedestrians can use the state police's standing walking safety guidance when planning their journey. It advises using a footpath where available, crossing carefully and checking traffic before entering the road. Follow the directions of personnel managing movement at the location.

Families bringing children should agree on a meeting place before separating. The police's general safety advice asks parents to know where their children are and to teach them their names, address and contact details. It also encourages children to recognise police personnel and seek their help when lost or frightened.

The district's official helpline page lists 112 for police assistance and 108 for the Uttar Pradesh ambulance service. These numbers are useful for an emergency during a journey or gathering. Give the location clearly, including the nearest named road, market entrance or ghat access point.

Other temple visits need their own planning. Earlier local coverage explains Annapurna's November darshan programme, Kashi Vishwanath booking arrangements and recent ghat access and cleaning work. Consult the instructions for the place you intend to visit alongside the committee's November 10 programme.