TN CM Vijay extends Janmashtami greetings; calls for world rooted in love, virtue
New Delhi: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C Joseph Vijay, on Friday extended heartfelt greetings to the people on the occasion of Janmashtami and called for creating a better world where love and virtue flourish alongside noble principles of life.
CM Vijay took to social media ‘X’ and said, “On this Krishna Jayanthi festival, when all homes and hearts are filled with joy, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to everyone. Following the teachings of Sri Krishna—that righteousness will triumph over injustice, that one must unflinchingly perform one’s duty in any circumstance, and that life’s journey must be undertaken with mental fortitude and faith along the path of dharma—we will create a good world where love and virtue flourish alongside noble principles of living.”
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his greetings to the people of India on the occasion of Janmashtami and wished that the sacred festival would bring positive energy, strength and prosperity into everyone’s lives.
He said the auspicious occasion, dedicated to devotion and worship of Lord Krishna, should inspire people and fill their lives with renewed energy and strength.
PM Modi took to social media ‘X’ and said, “Heartfelt Janmashtami greetings to all of you. In the divine messages of Lord Shri Krishna lies the profound inspiration for selfless action, which has continuously guided humanity. May this sacred occasion, dedicated to his devotion and worship, infuse positive energy and strength into everyone’s life that is my heartfelt wish. Jai Shri Krishna.”
Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Gokulashtami, is being celebrated on Friday. The festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna, who is traditionally believed to have been born at midnight in Mathura. Devotees observe the occasion with fasting, prayers, bhajans, temple visits and midnight celebrations.
The festival is especially associated with Mathura and Vrindavan, while celebrations are held across the country in homes and temples. Devotees decorate Krishna idols, prepare festive offerings and participate in Janmashtami rituals. Dahi Handi celebrations are also traditionally held around the festival, with 2026 Dahi Handi falling on September 5.