Janmashtami in 2023 was celebrated on two consecutive days, September 6 and September 7. This is because the auspicious Ashtami Tithi, the lunar day Lord Krishna was born on, spanned from the afternoon of September 6 (starting at 3:37 PM) and lasted until the afternoon of September 7 (until 4:14 PM). The Rohini Nakshatra, which is considered significant for Krishna's birth, also covered parts of both days. Devotees primarily observed the fast and worship on September 6, with the Dahi Handi celebrations typically taking place on September 7.
Thus, Janmashtami 2023 celebrations officially fell on:
- September 6, 2023 (main Janmashtami day)
- September 7, 2023 (continuation and Dahi Handi festivities)
