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Shree Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami or simply Janmashtami, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, who is considered the eighth incarnation of the god Vishnu. It is one of the most important and widely celebrated festivals in India and among Hindus worldwide.

Significance:
- *Krishna's Birth:* Lord Krishna was born in Mathura to Devaki and Vasudeva. His birth is believed to have occurred at midnight on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which usually falls in August or September in the Gregorian calendar.
- *Victory of Good over Evil:* Krishna's birth was prophesied to end the tyranny of the demon king Kansa, his uncle. As a result, his life story and teachings are seen as the triumph of righteousness (dharma) over evil.

Celebrations:
- *Fasting and Prayers:* Devotees often observe a fast on Janmashtami, which is broken at midnight after Krishna's birth is celebrated. Temples and homes are decorated, and special prayers (pujas) are conducted.
- *Midnight Celebrations:* Since Krishna is believed to have been born at midnight, devotees gather in temples or at home to perform aarti and sing devotional songs (bhajans) to welcome the newborn deity.
- *Rasa Lila and Dahi Handi:* In parts of India, particularly in Mathura and Vrindavan (Krishna's birthplace and childhood home), enactments of Krishna's life, known as *Rasa Lila**, are performed. In Maharashtra and other regions, the tradition of **Dahi Handi* is observed, where groups of people form human pyramids to break a pot filled with curd, symbolizing Krishna's love for butter.

Cultural Impact:
- *Worldwide Celebrations:* While Janmashtami is most prominently celebrated in India, the festival is also observed by Hindu communities around the world, including in Nepal, Bangladesh, Fiji, Mauritius, and among the Indian diaspora in countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

The festival serves as a time for reflection on Krishna's teachings, particularly those found in the Bhagavad Gita, and is marked by joy, devotion, and community activities.