Nationwide Janmashtami Celebrations: Temples Overflow with Devotees

Janmashtami celebrations across India saw massive crowds at temples, with no injuries reported from the ISKCON Temple in Patna after a stampede-like situation. Prominent political leaders and public figures joined the festivities. Devotees celebrated with prayers, chants, and various traditional programs, expressing their unwavering devotion to Lord Krishna.

Janmashtami celebrations across the nation drew massive crowds, with devotees thronging temples to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. An incident resembling a stampede occurred at the ISKCON Temple in Patna, but Senior Superintendent of Police Rajeev Mishra confirmed no injuries were reported, and the situation was swiftly brought under control.

Prominent figures such as Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla were seen paying their respects at various temples. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath participated in prayers at Gorakhnath Temple and interacted with children dressed as Krishna.

Madhya Pradesh's Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav led prayers at the Sandipani Ashram, while Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan celebrated at his Bhopal residence. The devotion of millions was evident, with celebratory chants of 'Hare Krishna' filling the air, and special prayers at Mathura's Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple highlighting the fervor of the festivities.

(With inputs from agencies.)