India Observers

  Krishna Janmashtami, a Hindu festival commemorating the birth of   Lord Krishna , is widely celebrated in India with various customs and rituals. One of the festival’s highlights is the Dahi Handi ceremony, where an earthen pot filled with curd, butter, and milk products is suspended at a height above the ground. People form human pyramids to break the pot, and women often make it challenging by throwing water and slippery substances. This tradition dates back to Lord Krishna’s childhood, as he enjoyed pilfering curd and butter from his neighbors, leading to the creation of the Dahi Handi ritual. Krishna Janmashtami is a festive occasion marked by devotion, prayers, and jubilant festivities as people come together to honor Lord Krishna’s birth. The Dahi Handi ceremony adds an element of excitement and joy to the celebrations as participants work together to form human pyramids and reach the prized pot of curd and butter. To experience the vibrant Dahi Handi celebrations duri...