Krishna Janmashtami 2024 is celebrated on August 26th: Know city-wise auspicious timings, rituals, wishes and messages to share

Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Gokulashtami, Shrikrishna Jayanti, and Krishnasthami, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India. This sacred festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the beloved eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In 2024, Krishna Janmashtami falls on August 26th, commemorating the 5251st birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. Devotees across the country eagerly await this day to celebrate with devotion and joy.

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Date and Time Details

For Krishna Janmashtami 2024, the important timings are as follows:

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: City-Wise Auspicious Timings

Different cities across India have specific timings for Krishna Janmashtami 2024 rituals. Here are the city-wise auspicious timings:

Timing source: TOI

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Rituals to Follow

Krishna Janmashtami 2024 rituals hold great importance for devotees. Here’s how to observe them:

• Early Morning Preparations: Begin the day with a holy bath and take a vow (sankalp) to observe a strict fast with complete devotion.
• Clean and Decorate the Puja Room: Thoroughly clean your house and puja room before beginning the rituals.
• Bathing Laddoo Gopal Ji: Give a ceremonial bath to Laddoo Gopal Ji using plain water, Gangajal, and Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar).
• Dress Laddoo Gopal Ji: Adorn Laddoo Gopal Ji with new clothes, a beautiful crown (mukut), a peacock feather (mor pankh), and a flute.
• Chandan Tilak: Apply yellow sandalwood paste (chandan) as tilak.
• Set Up the Puja: Place a yellow cloth on a wooden plank, decorate it with a flower garland, and place Laddoo Gopal Ji on it.
• Offerings: Offer Tulsi leaves, Panchamrit, sweets, and five types of fruits and dry fruits to Laddoo Gopal Ji.
• Chanting: Recite "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" while praying.
• Bhog Offerings: Devotees often prepare 21, 31, or 56 different dishes (bhog) to offer to Lord Krishna.
• Midnight Celebration: Celebrate Lord Krishna’s birth at midnight by performing the "Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki."

Happy Krishna Janmashtami wishes & messages to share on WhatsApp

• May Lord Krishna bless your home with peace and happiness this Janmashtami!
• Wishing you a joyful and blessed Krishna Janmashtami 2024.
• May the divine presence of Lord Krishna fill your life with love and joy.
• Happy Krishna Janmashtami! May your heart be filled with devotion.
• May the blessings of Lord Krishna bring you good health and prosperity.
• On this Janmashtami, may Krishna's love light up your path.
• Wishing you and your family a very happy Krishna Janmashtami!
• May Lord Krishna remove all obstacles from your life this Janmashtami.
• Celebrate Krishna Janmashtami with love, peace, and devotion.
• May the flute of Lord Krishna bring melody to your life. Happy Janmashtami!
• Wishing you a blessed Krishna Janmashtami filled with joy and love.
• May Lord Krishna guide you towards success and happiness.
• On this Janmashtami, may Krishna’s blessings be with you always.
• May the love of Lord Krishna always be in your heart. Happy Janmashtami!
• Wishing you joy and prosperity on this Krishna Janmashtami.
• May this Janmashtami bring happiness and prosperity to your life.
• May Lord Krishna shower his blessings on you this Janmashtami.
• Wishing you a joyous Krishna Janmashtami with your loved ones.
• Celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna with devotion and happiness.
• May the grace of Lord Krishna always be with you. Happy Janmashtami 2024!

Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.

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