New Delhi: Celebration of Lord Krishna’s birth, who is the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, is regarded as one of the most venerated festivals on the Hindu calendar, peeled on the waves of deep devotion. As per ancient scriptures, the birth of Lord Krishna is believed to have occurred with the utmost divinity on the Ashtami Tithi, on the eighth day of the lunar calendar, during the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the Bhadrapada month. It is also said that he was born under the Rohini Nakshatra. It is a festival that is celebrated with deep reverence across the world among Hindus. As an example, Janmashtami is on the 15 of August that year. On such a special day, temples and homes are to be festooned with breathtaking decorations that glow with devotion, while jhankis illustrating Lord Krishna’s life are mounted all over public areas. Celebration of Krishna Janmashtami always includes bhog, to be offered to the deity. Sketching out a plan for the celebration, for this year, well, here is a detailed pretzel on what to expect for the nonstop steps, from things you need to the ways of working to complete the adorable puja for Lord Krishna.Important puja supplies for Krishna Janmashtami 2025To execute the traditional Janmashtami puja, the following requisite items should be procured:An idol or image of Lord Krishna known as ‘Laddu Gopal’.A red cloth along with a wooden pedestal (chowki).A puja thali (a ritual plate)Flowers, particularly roses and marigolds, basil (tulsi) leaves, banana leaves, and even betel nuts and betel leaves.Panjiri, panchamrit (a ritual blend of milk, yoghurt, ghee, honey, and sugar), panch mewa, dry fruits, butter, yogurt, rock sugar (mishri), and a variety of sweets and fruits.Clean’t Ganga jal (holy water), sandalwood paste, and kumkum, along with unboiled rice (akshat), and perfume (itra). Also needed is clean water.A jhula (cradle) for ‘baby’ Krishna.Sandal and tillak, along with a flute, earrings, and silver bangles, a garland, turban, tilak, and peacock feathers complete the look. These and more make Krishna a laddu gopal ornamented.Your guide for the at-home Krishna Janmashtami pujaPrepare the area where the puja is set is to take place by cleansing the area.Position the Chowki as described, with a red cloth covering it. Put the idol of Krishna on the cloth.Utilize panchamrit to bathe the idol and dress them in fresh clothes after rinsing with water.Divine ornaments of Lord Krishna should then be set and his shringar (decoration) should be done.Put the idol into the cradle and rock it gently as a symbolic gesture.Present flowers, puja samagri, bhog, and forty aarti.After the puja, allocate prasadam to each family member and guest.This religious occasion is more than a mere function; it is a chance to reconnect with devotion, love, and the divine pastimes of Lord Krishna. Celebrated at home or on a larger public scale, Janmashtami always comes with the gift of joy and blessings and the reminder of the everlasting victory of dharma.
