Krishna Janmashtami 2020: Know about the date, puja timings, puja vidhi, significance and importance

Janmashtami, also called Shri Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is a festival which is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna. Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated in various parts of the country as Krishna bhakts immerse themselves in the festive spirit on this day. However, it is celebrated with the most fervour in Mathura, as it is said to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna.

Janmashtami 2020 will be celebrated on two days, August 11 and 12. This marks the 5,247th birth anniversary of Lord Krishna.

Lord Krishna is believed to be the eighth incarnation (avatar) of Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe fast on this day as a gesture of devotion while many others indulge in the festivities by organising cultural programmes and puja rituals at home. However, the Krishna Janmashtami celebrations this year have been marred by the coronavirus pandemic. People will have to avoid large gatherings and temple visits.