Janmashtami is a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated in India and other parts of the world with great enthusiasm. It marks the birth of Lord Krishna, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. The festival falls on the eighth day (ashtami) of the dark fortnight of the month of Bhadrapada, usually in August or September.

Krishna Janmashtami, a significant Hindu festival, is celebrated on the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha during the month of Shravana in Bhadrapad. Hindu devotees annually observe the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna over two consecutive days. This year, the festival is observed on September 6 and September 7.

This auspicious occasion is not only about commemorating Krishna's birth but also involves various customs and traditions. Devotees fast, sing devotional songs, and visit temples, especially the famous Krishna temples like Mathura and Vrindavan. Dances and dramas depicting scenes from Krishna's life, particularly his childhood, are performed with zeal and joy.

One of the highlights of Janmashtami is the "Dahi Handi" or "breaking the pot" event, where young men form human pyramids to reach and break a pot filled with curd, a tradition inspired by Krishna's mischievous nature as a child.

Janmashtami is not just a religious festival but a cultural extravaganza that brings people together to celebrate the divine and colorful life of Lord Krishna.