Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, who is considered one of the most revered and beloved deities in Hinduism. It typically falls in the month of August or September, depending on the lunar calendar.
The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion by Hindus across India and in many other parts of the world. Devotees observe fasts, sing devotional songs, read stories from the life of Lord Krishna, and visit temples dedicated to him. The most famous tradition associated with Janmashtami is the "Dahi Handi" or "Matki Phod" ritual, where young men form human pyramids to break a pot filled with curd and butter, symbolizing Krishna's love for dairy products.
Homes and temples are beautifully decorated, and idols of baby Krishna are placed in cradles. It's a time for joyous celebrations and a reminder of Lord Krishna's teachings on love, righteousness, and devotion as depicted in the sacred Hindu scripture, the Bhagavad Gita.
