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Krishna Janmashtami (Krishnashtami, Saatam Aatham, Gokulashtami, Astami Rohini, Srikrishna Jayanti, Sree Jayanthi, Janmashtami) is one of the most important Hindu festivals that celebrates the birth of Krishna, the eighth incarnation of the god Vishnu. It is celebrated on the eighth day of the Hindu month of Bhadrava, which is usually in August or September.
Is Shree Krishna Janamashtami a Public Holiday?
Shree Krishna Janamashtami is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Krishna is the eight incarnation of the god Vishnu.
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About Shree Krishna Janamashtami
Read more about Shree Krishna Janamashtami.Shree Krishna Janamashtami Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2016–2024.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Thu | Aug 25 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Aug 14 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Sun | Sep 2 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Observance |
| 2019 | Fri | Aug 23 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Tue | Aug 11 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Mon | Aug 30 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Fri | Aug 19 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Wed | Sep 6 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Mon | Aug 26 | Shree Krishna Janamashtami | Public Holiday |
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