Sri Krishna JanmastamiThe auspicious day of the appearance of Lord Krishna is celebrated all over the world as Sri Krishna Janmashtami. It is celebrated on the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha (waning moon) of the month of Shraavan. Krishna, who is the Supreme Personality of Godhead, appeared in Mathura as son of Vasudeva and Devaki.
ISKCON Lucknow is reputed to celebrate one of the largest Janmashtami celebrations of its kind since last 9 years. The festivities last’s for 12 days beginning with a Srimad Bhagavat Katha for a week, followed by a shoba yatra (procession outside the temple).
Preparations start months in advance to herald the appearance of Lord Krishna. Hundreds of devotees work tirelessly to ensure that the thousands of devotees and visitors who flock to the temple have comfortable darshan of Sri Sri Radha Raman Bihari on Janmashtami day and the midnight when the appearance of the Lord is celebrated.