President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday wished people on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, which celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna.
President Kovind said Janmashtami is a chance to learn about Lord Krishna’s biography and wished that the festival brings happiness, health and prosperity in everyone’s life.
“Warm wishes to all the citizens on the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami. The festival is chance to learn about Lord Krishna’s biography and devote oneself to his messages. I wish that this festival brings happiness, health and prosperity in everyone’s life,” Kovind wrote on Twitter.
“Greetings to you all on the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami,” Prime Minister Modi also tweeted.
Also referred to as Gokulashtami, Janmashtami is one of the biggest festivals in India and is celebrated with enthusiasm and vigour across the country. The festival is particularly observed in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura and Vrindavan as people observe fast and decorate their houses and temples.