206 Govindas injured while celebrating Dahi Handi in Mumbai
The Govindas are reportedly getting treatment for their injuries at the respective OPDs of various private hospitals.
The Govindas are reportedly getting treatment for their injuries at the respective OPDs of various private hospitals.
After the stampede-like situation occurred at the ISKCON Temple in Patna on the occasion of the Janmashtami festival, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rajeev Mishra said that no injuries have been reported and the police brought the situation under control quickly.
Sri Krishna Janmashtami also known as Gokulashtami is a grand festival celebrated with passionate fervour by devotees all over India and abroad to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna, a reincarnation of Lord Vishnu, in Dapar, one of the four Yugas in Hinduism.
ISKCON Mayapur will celebrate Janmashtami, the most awaited day of the year for the devotees around the world, on 26 August, informed the temple authorities.
Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, is a joyous occasion celebrated with great devotion and fervour. To make this…
Protesting the continuous closure of temples and other places of worship, the Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party launched a 'shankhnaad' agitation all over the state demanding reopening of the temples.
In view of the pandemic, the Delhi Police have asked the people to celebrate Janmashtami while token festivities marked the birthday of Lord Krishna owing to rains in most parts of Maharashtra coupled with the Covid-19 restrictions.
"As we celebrate this festival, let us all resolve to follow the timeless and universal teachings of Lord Krishna for the betterment of our lives and humanity,” said President Kovind.
Mathura SP (crime) Radhey Shyam Rai said that a plan has been prepared to put restrictions on the public entry in the district for three days.
Mission Mangal and Batla House, both have benefited from the Independence Day release holiday and the subsequent weekend alongwith the added advantage of Janmashtami.
