Janmashtami 2024 will be celebrated on August 26. As the name suggests, Krishna Janmashtami is the celebration of Lord Krishna’s birth or Janam which is marked on the Ashtami tithi. Krishna Janmashtami celebrations are a grand event for people from the Vaishnavism tradition of Hinduism and are celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm across the country. While the way that Janmashtami is celebrated differs from state to state, the main focus is on remembering Lord Krishna, who is believed to be born at midnight and offers special delicacies to appease the almighty. To celebrate Janmashtami 2024, people are sure to share Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2024 wishes and messages, Janmashtami greetings, Happy Janmashtami images and wallpapers, Krishna Janmashtami WhatsApp stickers and Janmashtami 2024 Facebook status pictures with family and friends.

Krishna Janmashtami is often celebrated with a special dedicated fast by devotees who offer their prayers to Lord Krishna and remember all his stories. The celebratory customs associated with Janmashtami include a celebration festival, reading and recitation of religious texts, dance and enactments of the life of Krishna. In some parts of the country, like Maharashtra, the commemoration of Krishna Janmashtami spills into the next day as communities organize Dahi Handi competitions - where people form human pyramids to try and break earthen pots filled with butter or makhhan - a favourite delicacy of Lord Krishna as a child.

As we celebrate Janmashtami 2024, here are some Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2024 wishes and messages, Janmashtami greetings, Happy Janmashtami images and wallpapers, Krishna Janmashtami WhatsApp stickers and Janmashtami 2024 Facebook status pictures that you can share online with family and friends.

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WhatsApp Message Reads: On This Auspicious Day of Janmashtami, May Lord Krishna’s Blessings Shower Upon You and Your Loved Ones.

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WhatsApp Message Reads: Janmashtami Vibes – Feel the Presence of Lord Krishna in Every Corner of Your Heart.

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WhatsApp Message Reads: May Lord Krishna’s Leelas Remind Us To Find Joy in Life’s Little Moments. Happy Janmashtami!

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WhatsApp Message Reads: Let’s Break the Matki of Ignorance and Welcome the Light of Wisdom This Krishna Janmashtami.

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WhatsApp Message Reads: Lord Krishna’s Love Is Boundless; Let’s Spread Love and Kindness on Janmashtami and Beyond.

The commemoration of Krishna Janmashtami is mainly observed at midnight - when Lord Krishna is believed to be born. In addition to singing songs and prayers to appease the almighty, people also mark the day by decorating the idol of baby Krishna and reciting stories of the life and teachings of Lord Krishna. We hope that the celebration of Krishna Janmashtami 2024 brings with it all the happiness and prosperity that you deserve.

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