A unique feature of Janmashtami is its two-day celebration in some regions. This is due to the Hindu lunar calendar and the timing of Krishna’s birth. Krishna was born at midnight on Ashtami tithi.
In Hindu tradition, days are calculated from one sunrise to the next, meaning that Ashtami tithi can span two days. Therefore, Janmashtami is celebrated over two days in many places, particularly in religious centers like Mathura and Vrindavan.
On Janmashtami, devotees observe a strict fast, refraining from grains and certain other foods. The fast is only broken after midnight, following the ritual of worshipping the baby Krishna, who is placed in a beautifully adorned cradle.
Devotees celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna by singing bhajans (devotional songs), reciting slokas, and performing aarti. The midnight vigil, known as Jagran, is a significant part of the celebration, symbolizing the devotees’ readiness to welcome the divine child into their lives.
At Yashwantrao Chavan English medium CBSE School, We celebrated Janmashtami to seek the blessings of Lord Krishna, the students celebrated Janmashtami with mirth and joy. The students came dressed up as Lord Krishna, Radha, playmates and friends of Krishna’s childhood. They were accessorized with colorful bangles, odinis and peacock crowns to set the Janmashtami mood. The School premises was decorated with balloons, flutes, matkas giving the vibes of festivity. Special assemblies were conducted wherein the students swayed to the tunes of traditional songs
