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Masik Janmashtami
Masik Janmashtami is a monthly opportunity to immerse oneself in the love and teachings of Lord Krishna, the embodiment of joy and divine wisdom.
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SPIRITUAL STORY
While Maha Janmashtami falls once a year, devotees keep this monthly fast on Rohini Nakshatra or Krishna Ashtami to maintain a constant devotional link with the "Butter Thief" who steals away all karmic debts.
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Primary Deity
Lord Krishna (Gopal)
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FASTING PROTOCOLS
- check_circlePrepare a small swing or altar for Bal-Krishna.
- check_circleSing Bhajans and Kirtans throughout the evening.
- check_circleOffer Makhan (butter) and Misri to the Lord.
- check_circleAvoid heavy meals and focus on internal "Bhava" or devotion.
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Full Year 2026 Schedule
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Accurate dates & timings for Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
| Date | Day | Highlights | wb_sunnySunrise | wb_twilightSunset | nightlightMoonrise | brightness_2Moonset |
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| 11 Jan 2026 | Sunday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 10 Feb 2026 | Tuesday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | Wednesday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 10 Apr 2026 | Friday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 9 May 2026 | Saturday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 8 Jun 2026 | Monday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 7 Jul 2026 | Tuesday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 6 Aug 2026 | Thursday | Srikrishna Jayanti (Main) | — | — | — | — |
| 4 Sept 2026 | Friday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 4 Oct 2026 | Sunday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 2 Nov 2026 | Monday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |
| 2 Dec 2026 | Wednesday | Ashtami | — | — | — | — |