The birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth birth of Lord Vishnu, is celebrated on Krishna Janmashtami, one of the holiest Hindu holidays. The anniversary of Krishna Janmashtami in 2025 is set for Friday, August 15. For the occasion of the divine birth of Kanha, devotees from all over India and beyond will fast, sing bhajans, perform puja, and remain up until midnight.
All the details that you needed regarding the timings of the Vrat Vidhi, Puja Muhurat, and Tithi for Krishna Janmashtami 2025 is provided here:
Tithi & Date Details:
Ashtami Tithi Begins: August 15, 2025 – 02:17 AM
Ashtami Tithi Ends: August 16, 2025 – 04:55 AM
Rohini Nakshatra Begins: August 15, 2025 – 03:36 PM
Rohini Nakshatra Ends: August 16, 2025 – 06:12 PM
Since Lord Krishna was born at midnight on the Ashtami tithi under Rohini Nakshatra, the Janmashtami celebrations will be grandly observed on the night of August 15, with Nishita Puja being the most auspicious time.
Krishna Janmashtami Puja Muhurat:
Nishita Puja Time (Midnight Puja):
August 15, 2025 – 11:57 PM to August 16, 2025 – 12:42 AM
(Duration: 45 minutes)
This is the time when Lord Krishna is believed to have taken birth. Devotees decorate the Krishna idol, offer sweets, sing bhajans, and perform ‘Abhishek’ with milk, ghee, honey, curd, and water.
Vrat Vidhi (Fasting & Rituals):
Fasting (Vrat):
Devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise until midnight. Some opt for Nirjal Vrat (without water), while others consume fruits and milk (Phalahar).Morning Rituals:
Wake up early, bathe, and wear clean clothes.
Clean the temple area and install a Krishna idol or picture.
Light a diya and offer fresh flowers.
Daytime Worship:
Chant Krishna mantras like “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”
Read or listen to stories from the Bhagavad Gita or Shrimad Bhagavatam
Midnight Puja (Main Ritual):
Bathe the idol of baby Krishna (Bal Gopal) with Panchamrit.
Dress him in new clothes and place him in a decorated cradle.
Blow conch, ring bells, and sing Janmotsav bhajans.
Offer bhog including Makhan, Mishri, Panchamrit, and Tulsi leaves.
Breaking the Fast (Parana):
The fast can be broken after the completion of Nishita Puja or the next day after sunrise, based on one’s ritual customs.
From the grand Dahi Handi celebrations in Maharashtra to spiritual dramas in Mathura and Vrindavan, Janmashtami is marked with immense joy. Temples are adorned with lights, flowers, and jhankis (tableaus) depicting Krishna’s life events.
Krishna Janmashtami is not just a religious event but a reminder of divine love, dharma, and the victory of good over evil. Whether you’re fasting or visiting a temple, make time for spiritual reflection and devotion.
May Lord Krishna bless your home with peace, prosperity, and happiness this Janmashtami!
The information provided in this article about Krishna Janmashtami 2025—including vrat vidhi, puja muhurat, and tithi timings—is based on traditional Hindu calendars and available astrological data. Timings may vary slightly depending on location and local panchang. Readers are advised to consult their local priest or astrologer for the most accurate and personalized guidance.
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