Krishna Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna who is considered the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, he is the preserver among the Trinity. Krishna Janmashtami is a Hindu festival which celebrates Lord Krishna's birth and is also called Gokul Ashtami. All across the country today, devotees are celebrating Krishna Janmashtami with fervour and enthusiasm. Several leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi greeted people on the occassion of Janmashtami.
Born in a dungeon in present-day Mathura in Uttar Pradesh at midnight to Queen Devaki and King Vasudeva, Krishna is described in Hindu epics as the god of love, tenderness and compassion. He is also praised as a prankster who often used his supreme powers to help others, stunning his friends and family.
Every year, this festival falls on the eighth day (Ashtami) of Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in Shraavana or Bhadrapad, as per the Hindu lunisolar calendar. This year, Janmashtami falls on August 30, 2021. Some people will also be celebrating it on August 31, 2021.
Here are highlights on Happy Janmashtami 2021 celebrations:
Celebrations underway at ISKCON temple Noida with the birth of Lord Krishna #Janmashtami pic.twitter.com/YWdZJw221U
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
#WATCH | Following 'Jalabhishek', Lord Krishna being adorned with new jewellery and clothes on #Janamashtami at Birla Mandir in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/3Fwq4lUk8u
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
#WATCH | Union Home Minister Amit Shah performs 'Jalabhishek' at ISKCON temple in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on the occasion of #Janmashtmi pic.twitter.com/zT2VZHtV9g
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
#WATCH | Janmashtmi celebrations underway amid music with devotees showering flowers cheering the birth of Lord Krishna at Krishna Janmasthan Temple in Mathura pic.twitter.com/IZOYYuhhTV
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
#WATCH | Assam: #Janmashtmi celebrations underway at ISKCON temple in Guwahati. pic.twitter.com/l0fuYi0ugn
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
#WATCH | Noida: Lord Krishna's 'abhishek' performed at ISKCON Temple, on #Janmashtmi pic.twitter.com/bttJjtVLhS
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
Janmastami was observed as ''Atmahuti Divas'' (life sacrifice day) peacefully at the ashrams established by slain VHP leader Swami Laxamananda Saraswati in Odisha's Kandhamal district on Monday, reported news agency PTI.
Saraswati, who was gunned down along with his four disciples during celebration of Janmastami festival on August 23, 2008, by miscreants, had established two ashrams at Jalespeta and Chakapada in Kandhamal, where he had been imparting education and lifestyle techniques to tribals till his death.
Saraswati was killed at Jalespeta ashram and his death anniversary is observed as ''Atmahuti Divas'' by his disciples and VHP supporters.
#WATCH | Light & music show seen at Kanpur's JK Temple on the occasion of #Janmashtami pic.twitter.com/xnXSJW2LcR
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
To all in Leicester East, throughout Leicester and the UK and across the world celebrating today. I wish you a very happy Janmashtami
- Claudia Webbe MP (@ClaudiaWebbe) August 30, 2021
Bringing goodwill, hope togetherness and unity - enjoy #Janmashtami2021 #Janmashtami pic.twitter.com/vzKsLNjthe
Odisha: Devotees offer prayers outside Iskon Temple in Bhubaneswar as temple gates are shut on Janmashtami
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
Admin took right decision, it reduces chances of virus spread. I'm happy after darshan. I was able to offer prayers. People must maintain social distance: Sonal, a devotee pic.twitter.com/xpAUBWbX3P
Celebrating #AzadiKaAmritMahotsav & #Janmashtami2021, the
- ITBP (@ITBP_official) August 30, 2021
Chief Executive HWWA, CTC ITBP Alwar, Rajasthan alongwith team HWWA planted 500 saplings. She also dedicated a Vatika in the name of HC/GD Lalit Singh (PPMG- Posthumously) of ITBP by inaugurating a 'Shaheed Vatika' pic.twitter.com/sOVIUbqAix
As another festive season comes around, may Lord Krishna bring you prosperity in abundance, and give you good luck in every endeavour. Happy Janmashtami! #Janmashtami2021 pic.twitter.com/vMSJHvKXPn
- Akshar Patel (@akshar2026) August 30, 2021
On the occasion of Janmashtami 2021, the Indian sports fraternity, including several cricketers and Indian Premier League (IPL) teams, were at the forefront in wishing their fans. Among those who posted greetings on Twitter on Monday were star cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina.
श्री कृष्ण जन्माष्टमी की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/wo3bV1afOK
- Kajal Aggarwal (@MsKajalAggarwal) August 30, 2021
Best wishes to all on the auspicious occasion of #Janmashtami.
- Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) August 30, 2021
May Lord Krishna bless everyone with happiness, good health and prosperity.
Jammu and Kashmir | Members of Kashmiri Pandit community celebrate #Janmashtami in Srinagar pic.twitter.com/9DQZiBmNaZ
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
Wishing you all a very happy & healthy Janmashtami! pic.twitter.com/qmtJ1Jk8Ey
- Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) August 30, 2021
Sending my best wishes to everyone on this auspicious occasion, a very Happy Janmashtami. May Lord Krishna shower us all with his blessings! #HappyJanmashtami2021 ✨🙏 pic.twitter.com/3SnlDD8wAs
- Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) August 30, 2021
May this Janmashtami bless you with happiness, peace and joy! #KrishnaJanmashtami pic.twitter.com/YqXBxvgNfd
- Abhishek Bachchan (@juniorbachchan) August 30, 2021
Watch Keto Chenna Murki Recipe: A Guilt-Free Treat For JanmashtamiOn this Janmashtami, switch to eating a healthier alternative to your mithai! Watch how to make keto chenna murki and enjoy it guilt-free.
Janmashtami 2021 Recipes: 7 Healthy Desserts To Make At Home On The Festive OccasionJanmashtami celebrations are incomplete without a good dose of sweets on this day. Try these healthy desserts to add to your Janmashtami menu.
Janmashtami 2021: Significance Of Makhan Mishri Bhog (Recipe Inside)For the uninitiated, chappan bhog is a special Prasad prepared for Lord Krishna that consists 56 sweet and savoury food items. While most of the dishes vary as per the devotee's choice, one Prasad that remains common on every bhog thaali is makhan mishri.
On the joyous occasion of #KrishnaJanmashtami, I received this beautiful video from my wife.
- Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) August 30, 2021
Once again, a Happy Janmashtami to all of you. pic.twitter.com/XXmIzkhGOs
Kerala | Devotees queue up to offer prayers at Guruvayur Temple in Thrissur district, on the occasion of Krishna Jayanti. pic.twitter.com/4b5NPZ0BfD
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
Devotees across India offer prayers on the occasion of #Janmashtami. pic.twitter.com/wYMZUR4NWB
- NDTV (@ndtv) August 30, 2021
Delhi | Devotees offer prayers at ISKCON temple, Punjabi Bagh on the occasion of Krishna #Janamashtami
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
A temple official says this temple will stay open today for restricted hours only due to COVID19 pic.twitter.com/5uRfnT4xUW
India celebrates #KrishnaJanmashtami today pic.twitter.com/0eoVmoZP1D
- NDTV (@ndtv) August 30, 2021
Few devotees visit Thiruvananthapuram's Padmanabhaswamy Temple on #Janmashtami due to the #COVID19 surge in #Kerala.
- NDTV (@ndtv) August 30, 2021
(ANI) pic.twitter.com/uF1RboeHms
Janmashtami 2021: If You're Fasting, Please Follow These Tips To Stay EnergeticJanmashtami 2021: Satiate your hunger during vrat by eating dry fruits, millets and sabudana. You can also have rejuvenating drinks. Here are some healthy options to try.
Extending greetings on Janmashtami, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday urged people to perform their duties with utmost sincerity and to walk the path of righteousness. He also asked people to celebrate the festival in a modest way, strictly adhering to Covid-appropriate behaviour. Janmashtami, Vice President Naidu observed, is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna, who is worshipped as Lord Vishnu's eighth incarnation.
श्रीकृष्ण जन्माष्टमी के पावन पर्व की समस्त श्रद्धालुओं एवं सभी प्रदेशवासियों को हार्दिक बधाई व शुभकामनाएं।
- Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) August 30, 2021
सम्पूर्ण जगत के पालनहार, लीलाधारी भगवान श्रीकृष्ण से सभी के कल्याण की कामना करता हूं।
Janmashtami 2021: 7 Milk-Based Recipes To Add To Your Festive SpreadJanmashtami is being celebrated today (August 30, 2021). It marks the birth of Lord Krishna. Also called Gokul Ashtami, this day is marked by the Hindus across the country, with a lot of fervour and joy. Besides, food also plays a significant role in the celebration. According to mythology, Lord Krishna was very fond of butter and milk-based treats. Therefore, the occasion is incomplete without traditional mithais (made of milk).
आप सभी को श्री कृष्ण जन्माष्टमी की शुभकामनाएँ। pic.twitter.com/27wc3KpWtT
- Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) August 30, 2021
जन्माष्टमी के पावन पर्व की आप सभी को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। Greetings to everyone on the auspicious occasion of 'Janmashtami'.
- Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 30, 2021
'Chappan Bhog' will be being prepared for Thakur Ji (Krishna), followed by a 'Maha Aarti' at midnight when the lord takes birth. Temple will be closed for visitors in view of COVID protocols, they can visit our YouTube channel for online darshan: ISKCON Temple head Bansidhar pic.twitter.com/yWnA3yDU82
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
#WATCH | Morning 'aarti' offered on the occasion of #Janmashtami at Krishna Janmasthan Temple in Mathura pic.twitter.com/40i2dlK1aA
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
A special 'Sri Hari Chandrika Poshaak' (costume) has been knitted using silk to adorn Lord Krishna on the occasion of #Janmashtami, at Krishna Janmasthan Temple in Mathura pic.twitter.com/6Stc0MxtuI
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 29, 2021
WATCH | Devotees dance to the tune of 'Hare Krishna' on the occasion of Krishna #Janmashtmi celebrations at ISKCON temple, Noida. pic.twitter.com/Ifq5SFYRci
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 29, 2021
समस्त देशवासियों को श्रीकृष्ण जन्माष्टमी के पावन पर्व की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।
- Amit Shah (@AmitShah) August 30, 2021
जय श्री कृष्णा! pic.twitter.com/CLwGgv5d3w
Greetings on the auspicious occasion of #Janmashtami. Let the blessings of Lord Shri Krishna bring good health, joy and prosperity to all. #KrishnaJanmashtami pic.twitter.com/P1dQo6p0bM
- Sarbananda Sonowal (@sarbanandsonwal) August 30, 2021
#KrishnaJanmashtami greetings to everyone! May Bhagwan Sri Krishna's blessings announce the arrival of a year full of prosperity, health, peace and reconciliation for the whole world. pic.twitter.com/Dz6POxxY4Y
- Capt.Amarinder Singh (@capt_amarinder) August 30, 2021
Morning prayers offered at ISKCON temple Noida on the occasion of Krishna #Janmashtami pic.twitter.com/qrAB55sjhu
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 29, 2021
#WATCH | Devotees offered prayers at Krishna Janmasthan Temple in Mathura on the occasion of #Janmashtami pic.twitter.com/lwAPzb62Uz
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
ISKCON Surat volunteers stayed at the temple to make arrangements for Janmashtmi which will be celebrated across the country today
- ANI (@ANI) August 29, 2021
Most of us didn't go home to ensure preparations are not compromised.We look forward to celebrating the festival after 2 years:Volunteer Tirath Das pic.twitter.com/3FO4rewqN4
Delhi | No devotees allowed in temples on #Janamashtami, action to be taken against those who violate rules
- ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2021
Visuals from Birla Temple and ISKCON temple pic.twitter.com/kH2O2oJ0WT
Greetings to everyone on the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami. #KrishnaJanmashtami pic.twitter.com/HVhnoludAS
- Iskcon,Inc. (@IskconInc) August 30, 2021
T 4013 - जन्माष्टमी की अनेक अनेक शुभकामनाएँ 🚩 pic.twitter.com/Pda0HsbsaX
- Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) August 30, 2021
Greetings to you all on the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 30, 2021
आप सभी को जन्माष्टमी की ढेरों शुभकामनाएं।
जय श्रीकृष्ण!
ISKCON Surat volunteers stayed at the temple to make arrangements for Janmashtmi which will be celebrated across the country today
- ANI (@ANI) August 29, 2021
Most of us didn't go home to ensure preparations are not compromised.We look forward to celebrating the festival after 2 years:Volunteer Tirath Das pic.twitter.com/3FO4rewqN4
#WATCH | Morning 'aarti' offered on the occasion of #Janmashtami at Krishna Janmasthan Temple in Mathura pic.twitter.com/40i2dlK1aA
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 30, 2021
WATCH | Devotees dance to the tune of 'Hare Krishna' on the occasion of Krishna #Janmashtmi celebrations at ISKCON temple, Noida. pic.twitter.com/Ifq5SFYRci
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 29, 2021
Devotees offer morning prayers at ISKCON temple Noida on the occasion ofKrishna #Janmashtami pic.twitter.com/GfyvjPMMud
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 29, 2021
Morning prayers offered at ISKCON temple Noida on the occasion of Krishna #Janmashtami pic.twitter.com/qrAB55sjhu
- ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 29, 2021
