Majestic Krishna Janmashtami Festivities Illuminate Mathura

Thousands of devotees gathered at Lord Krishna temples in Mathura to commemorate Krishna Janmashtami. Celebrations included Mangala Aarti, Chhathi Pujan, Vedic hymns, processions, and dance. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath led special prayers. Festivities also extended to Vrindavan, with uninterrupted Hari Naam Sankirtan and vibrant deity attire.

Thousands of devotees from across India flocked to Lord Krishna temples in Mathura for Krishna Janmashtami celebrations on Monday.

Early morning rituals included the 'Mangala Aarti' at Krishna Janmabhoomi temple, attracting hundreds of worshippers chanting 'Jai Jai Shri Radhey' and 'Jai Kanhaiya Lal Ki' as the premises reverberated with spiritual energy.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath led special prayers, sharing his blessings on social media, while Vrindavan saw uninterrupted 'Hari Naam Sankirtan' starting from the morning, delighting devotees awaiting darshan since early hours. The celebrations were marked by vibrant deities' attire, processions, and the contagious joy of devotees.

(With inputs from agencies.)