Shree Krishna Janmastami festival being marked today
Summary
Followers of the Vedic Sanatana faith are celebrating Shree Krishna Janmastami across the country today with worship, fasting, devotional singing, and temple visits. A large fair is underway at Krishna Mandir in Mangalbazar, Patan, while Kathmandu-based religious groups are organizing cultural processions and chariot parades.
Key Points
- Followers of the Vedic Sanatana faith are observing Shree Krishna Janmastami nationwide with devotion and rituals.
- Devotees are fasting, holding all-night vigils, and performing bhajan-kirtan at temples across the country.
- A large fair is taking place at Krishna Mandir in Mangalbazar, Patan, and devotees are gathering at Navatan Dham in Kageshwari-Manohara Municipality.
- The government has declared a public holiday to mark the festival.
