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The tale of Lord Krishna's birth captivates hearts worldwide. Mathura, oppressed under King Kansa, found hope when a divine prophecy foretold his downfall through his sister Devaki's eighth child. Imprisoned, Devaki and Vasudeva lost their children, all slain by Kansa, as they awaited the birth of the prophesied saviour.
In This Pic : Lord Krishna, Janmashtami
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Legend has it that at midnight, Lord Krishna arrived. Braving a fierce storm, Vasudeva ferried the infant to his friend Nanda in Vrindavan. Guided by the shielding coils of Shesh Nag, they navigated their perilous journey.
In This Pic : Lord Krishna, Janmashtami
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Brought up by Yashoda and Nanda, Krishna was famed for his butter stealing antics. In homage to these playful misdeeds, makhan mishri still holds a cherished spot in modern Janmashtami festivities.
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The lively dahi handi ritual reenacts Krishna's butter heists. Lads assemble to construct a human pyramid, aiming to smash an elevated clay pot. The pinnacle climber is dubbed Govinda, and their teams are known as handis or mandals.
In This Pic : Lord Krishna, Janmashtami
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