Staff Reporter:
Janmashtami, one of the major religious festivals of the Hindu community commemorating the birth of Lord Sri Krishna, was celebrated across the country yesterday with due religious fervor and gaiety.
According to Hindu mythology, Sri Krishna was born on the eighth day of the dark fortnight in the Bangla month of Bhadra. It is believed that he incarnates in every age to protect the virtuous from the wicked and to establish truth, justice, and beauty in society.
The festival is usually observed on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Shraban or Bhadra.
Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus greeted the members of the Hindu community on the occasion.
The day of Janmashtami is a public holiday in Bangladesh.
Temples, religious organisations, and various institutions have drawn up elaborate programmes to mark the occasion. National dailies published special articles, while Bangladesh Betar, Bangladesh Television, and private TV and radio stations are airing special programs highlighting different aspects of the life and philosophy of Lord Sri Krishna.
