Delhi observes Janmashtami with devotion, fervour; Kapil Mishra performs abhishek at ISKCON temple

Janmashtami was observed with devotion and fervour in the national capital, with thousands of people extending warm wishes to each other, and offering prayers at different temples in the city.

Janmashtami is observed as the birthday of Lord Shri Krishna in Hindu tradition, and the faithful across the world celebrate the festival with their loved ones visiting temples and spending time with family and friends.

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In the national capital, as part of the celebrations, Delhi’s Minister of Art, Culture and Languages Kapil Mishra offered prayers at the ISKCON temple in Greater Kailash, performed ‘abhishek’ of ‘Laddu Gopal’ (another name for Krishna), and sought his blessings.

Member of Parliament from the New Delhi constituency, Bansuri Swaraj, was also present on the occasion.

Throughout the temple premises, the chants of “Hare Krishna Hare Rama” resonated, while a large number of devotees made the celebrations a grand affair.

Mishra joined the devotees and prayed for brotherhood, harmony and progress of the nation, an official release issued here said.

“Janmashtami is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country and in Delhi. Millions of devotees are observing the divine birth anniversary of their beloved Lord with joy and reverence. Lord Shri Krishna is the eternal symbol of the victory of Dharma over Adharma. On this holy occasion, we must resolve that Dharma prevails in the nation and across the world, Adharma is eradicated, goodwill flourishes among all beings, and the welfare of humanity is ensured,” he said.

Mishra further said that Delhi’s rich cultural traditions and people’s participation in religious celebrations strengthen our shared heritage.

Festivals like Janmashtami are not only a symbol of faith and devotion but also reinforce social unity, moral values, and spiritual awakening, he added.

During the celebrations, the temple was adorned with beautiful tableaux, a bhajan evening was organized, and a Shri Krishna Leela performance was staged, which attracted a huge gathering of devotees.