“Krishna Janmashtami 2025: Celebrated on 16 August”

🌸 Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2025 – Celebrating the Divine Birth of Lord Krishna

Date: Saturday, 16 August 2025
Auspicious Nishita Puja Time: 12:04 AM – 12:47 AM

Today, across India and the world, devotees are immersed in the joyous celebration of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, marking the divine appearance of Lord Krishna the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, born to restore dharma and protect humanity.

Morning Devotion and Fasting 

From the early hours, temples and homes have been glowing with oil lamps, fragrant flowers, and devotional chants. Many devotees are observing a strict fast, dedicating the day to prayer, reading the Bhagavad Gita, and meditating on Krishna’s leelas (divine pastimes).

Bhajans, Kirtans & Cultural Programs

In Mathura, Vrindavan, Dwarka, and ISKCON temples worldwide, continuous bhajan and kirtan sessions are filling the air with joy. Raas Leela dramas and devotional dance performances are bringing Krishna’s childhood stories to life.

🪔 Midnight Celebration – The Birth Moment

At midnight, the symbolic moment of Krishna’s birth, devotees gather for the Nishita Puja. A beautifully decorated cradle holds the idol of baby Krishna, bathed in panchamrit (milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar) before being adorned with silk clothes and ornaments.

Dahi Handi Festivities

In Maharashtra and several other states, the streets are alive with Dahi Handi celebrations. Teams form human pyramids to break a pot of curd or butter suspended high above a tribute to Krishna’s playful and fearless nature.

🌼 The Spiritual Essence

Krishna’s life is a reminder that:

• Truth and righteousness will always prevail over evil.

• Life should be lived with love, joy, and devotion.

• Duty must be performed without attachment to results, as taught in the Bhagavad Gita.

Mathura’s Janmashtami is Unique

.At 12:04 AM, the Nishita Puja begins inside the Janmabhoomi Temple the exact place where Krishna is believed to have been born. The idol of the newborn Krishna is bathed in panchamrit (milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar), dressed in silk garments, and placed in a golden cradle. Devotees rock the cradle while singing “Nand ke ghar anand bhayo”, creating an electrifying yet deeply spiritual atmosphere. Mathura are glowing with colorful lights, marigold garlands, and intricate rangoli designs. Major temples, including Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, are adorned with flowers, bright fabrics, and shimmering diyas. The air is filled with the sound of conch shells and devotional music.

• Celebrated in Krishna’s actual birthplace.

• Blends spiritual rituals with cultural artistry.

• Participation from both locals and pilgrims from around the world.

• The scale of celebration is unmatched — it’s not just a festival, it’s a city-wide transformation.

Jhankis & Raas Leela Performances

One of the highlights of Janmashtami in Mathura is the jhankis  artistic tableaux depicting scenes from Krishna’s life, from his miraculous birth in Kansa’s prison to his playful butter-stealing days in Vrindavan. Local artists and devotees perform Raas Leela dramas in open stages, attracting thousands of visitors who stay glued till late night.

Devotees’ Processions

Processions carrying beautifully decorated idols of baby Krishna move through the city, accompanied by dancers, musicians, and chanting of “Hare Krishna, Hare Rama.” These processions often pass by the sacred Yamuna River, where people offer flowers and diyas in devotion

Street Food & Local Delights

While the festival is spiritual at its core, Mathura’s streets also offer an irresistible spread of sweets and snacks. Peda, a Mathura specialty, is sold in abundance along with laddoos, makhan mishri, and cooling drinks for the fasting devotees.

May this Janmashtami bring peace, happiness, and divine blessings into every heart. Let us celebrate not just with rituals, but by living the values Krishna embodied  love, compassion, and courage.

💠 May Lord Krishna’s blessings fill your life with happiness, health, and harmony. 💠

🙏 Jai Shri Krishna! 🙏