Janmashtami 2024 on August 26 or 27? When is Krishna Janamshtami? How to celebrate Lord Krishna's birthday
Janmashtami, the Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, will be observed on August 26 and 27 this year. Marking the 5251st birthday of Lord Krishna, the festival is revered by millions of devotees across India, particularly in Vrindavan and Mathura, where Krishna spent his early years. The day is filled with rituals, fasting, and vibrant festivities, reflecting the deep cultural and religious significance of the event.
Janmashtami 2024: Date and Timings
This year, Janmashtami falls on two days, August 26 and 27, depending on different beliefs. According to Drik Panchang, the Ashtami tithi will start at 03:39 AM on August 26 and end at 02:19 AM on August 27. While Vaishnavas, including ISKCON followers, will observe the festival on August 27, Smartas will celebrate it on August 26.
Janmashtami 2024: Key timings for the rituals include:
Rohini Nakshatra: Begins at 03:55 PM on August 26 and ends at 03:38 PM on August 27.
Nishita Puja: Scheduled from 11:26 PM on August 26 to 12:11 AM on August 27.
Parana Time: August 27 at 12:11 AM.
Janmashtami 2024: Celebration Practices
Devotees begin preparations the day before Janmashtami by observing a fast until midnight, the time of Lord Krishna's birth. Idols of Krishna are adorned with new clothes, flowers, and are bathed with milk and water. Temples are beautifully decorated, often showcasing scenes from Krishna's childhood.
Devotional songs and dances form an integral part of the celebration, as processions bring to life dramatic representations of Krishna’s
