Lord Krishan was born in Dwapara yuga on Ashtami Tithi of Bhadrapada month, so this date has special significance in Hinduism. On this day people who follow Hinduism celebrate fast, workship, and celebration. This year, Janmashtami and Krishan Janmotsava will fast on 23 and 24 August. Janmashtami fast date, which day should be kept fast This year there is a confusion about the date of Janmashtami. Ashtami Tithi is starting from 8:9am on the 23rd of the morning, which ends at 8:32am on 24 of Saturday. Rohini Nakshatra starts on 24th morning at 3:48am. In such a situation, according to the rules of the scriptures, householders should fast on Saptami Vyapini Ashtami Tithi, which is on 23 August. For Vaishnavites and sages, it will be appropriate to observe the fast on 24th August. Householders should open the fast from 8:32am on 24th August. Importance of Janmashtami Janmashtami is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Kri...