Which Hindu god is primarily associated with Govardhan Puja?

Lord Krishna is the central figure of Govardhan Puja. The celebration recalls the incident in Vrindavan when Krishna convinced villagers to worship the Govardhan Hill instead of performing their annual offerings to Lord Indra, the god of rain. This act symbolized respect for nature, agriculture, and sustainable living. Angered by this, Indra unleashed heavy rains to punish the villagers. Krishna lifted the Govardhan Hill on his little finger, providing shelter to the people and cattle. Thus, Govardhan Puja highlights Krishna’s teachings of faith, humility, and the importance of honoring the earth, rather than appeasing arrogant deities through blind rituals.