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Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Gokulashtami, is a joyous Hindu festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Celebrated on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada (August-September), the festival is observed with great devotion across India. Temples are beautifully decorated, and devotees engage in fasting, singing bhajans, and reenacting episodes from Krishna’s life, especially his childhood mischiefs. In cities like Mathura and Vrindavan, where Krishna is believed to have spent his early years, grand celebrations take place with special prayers and cultural performances. A major highlight is *Dahi Handi*, where teams of young men form human pyramids to break a pot of curd, symbolizing Krishna’s playful nature. The festival inspires devotion and reminds people of Krishna’s teachings on love, righteousness, and duty.