Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Janmashtami is an important Hindu festival that is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar (incarnation) of Lord Vishnu. Also called Gokulashtami, Dahi Handi, Shri Krishna Jayanti in different parts of India, it is celebrated with great enthusiasm by lakhs of devotees across the country.

As Janmashtami 2024 approaches, here’s all you need to know about the festival.