Date Alert! Janmashtami 2025 falls on Saturday, August 16 – Krishna’s 5,252nd birthday.

Ashtami Tithi: Aug 15, 11:49 PM – Aug 16, 9:34 PM.

Midnight Magic: Nishita Puja from 12:03–12:47 AM marks Krishna’s birth moment.

Why Celebrate? To honor Krishna, Vishnu’s 8th avatar who upheld dharma.

Fasting Rule: Break fast only after midnight puja, offering bhog first to Krishna.

 Puja Prep: Dress Krishna in new clothes, ornaments & chant 108 names.

Sacred Diet: No non-veg, onion, garlic, or tamasic food—keep it sattvik.

Favorite Bhog: Makhan-mishri, panchamrit, malpua, sweets & homemade butter.

Festive Vibes: Raas Leela, bhajans, kirtans & temples glowing with flowers & lights.

 Dahi Handi Fun: Youth form pyramids to break curd pots—Krishna style!

Home Puja: Clean, decorate, do abhishekam & sing bhajans.

Vrat Choices: Go Nirjal (no food/water) or Phalahar (fruits & milk).

Temple Darshan: Premanand Ji says Janmashtami darshan brings immense blessings.

 Vrat’s Power: Equal to 100 Ekadashis—wipes away 100 sins

 Today’s Value: Gives peace & strength in our chaotic, distracted world.