Krishna Janmashtami 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, August 26. According to the Hindu calendar, it falls on the eighth day, or 'Ashtami,' of the Krishna Paksha.
The Dahi Handi ritual, an important part of the celebration, will take place the following day, August 27. In this ritual, an earthen pot (handi) filled with ghee, sweets, almonds, curd, and butter is hung high. Groups of people try to break the pot, which represents the playful and mischievous nature of Lord Krishna.
