Why celebrate Krishna Janmashtami Krishna Janmashtami

 Janmashtami, the day of Krishna's birth, is

 celebrated across India on the 8th day of the dark fortnight, also called the Ashtami of Krishna Paksh, in the month of Bhadon. Krishna is the one of the most powerful incarnations of Vishnu. Along with Ram, Krishna is considered to be a complete avatar of Vishnu. It is believed that Krishna was born on a dark and stormy night to end the rule of his uncle Kansa. On the day of Janmashtami, devotees of Krishna observe fasts, sing devotional songs, make

 offerings, offer aartis, bathe the idol of Krishna and rock the cradle of baby Krishna. In Mathura and Vrindavan, the places where Krishna spent most of his life, Janmashtami celebrations are held with great pomp and show. Religious plays or Raslilas are held to recreate the incidents from the life of Lord Krishna. The devotees sing songs and perform dances to celebrate the occasion. In many places, Krishna's devotees organise the Dahi Handi. The event is a ritualised Remembrance of Krishna's butter-stealing.