Krishna Janmashtami 2025 | 1,000-kg cake, flowers from Thailand to mark grand celebrations in Delhi-NCR today

A tonne of candy devotion: 1,000-kg cakeAt ISKCON Dwarka, a 1,000-kg cake is about to win hearts and stir feelings of over 15 lakh devotees. “Janmashtami is a big competition for us. This yr, we’re getting ready a 1,000 kg cake to be lower on August 16 to mark Lord Krishna’s birthday! All through the day, a number of desserts can be lower at completely different occasions to make the celebrations sweeter and extra thrilling,” says Parama Niyanta Das. He provides, “We’ll additionally supply 1.8 lakh particular bhogs. After the flower choices, there can be phoolon ki Holi for everybody. With heavy rains just lately, we’ve arrange a water-proof pandal for 50,000 folks to remain secure.” Temples throughout Delhi-NCR are lit-up to rejoice Krishna Janmashtami with nice fervour.(Picture: Sanchit Khanna/HT (For representational function solely)) Peacock feather-themed decor, at Noida’s ISKCON, will spotlight the essence of Lord Krishna’s life. One take a look at the peacock-inspired décor is sufficient to fill hearts with positivity. “The peacock feather is one in all Krishna’s most beloved symbols, alongside the flute and chakra. By way of our decorations, we purpose to convey the essence of Krishna to life for devotees,” says Buddhimanta Das, ISKCON Noida, Sector 33. He provides, “We’re anticipating practically 5 lakh devotees. Particular moments of the festivities will embody a captivating Krishna jhula, cultural programmes, rock kirtans and dramas depicting his life.” Orchids from Thailand & roses from Bengaluru and PuneEast of Kailash is popping right into a floral spectacle. “This yr, the temple can be crammed with orchids from Thailand, roses from Bengaluru and Pune, and the sweetness of mogra,” says Vrajendra Nandan Das from ISKCON Temple, Delhi. “Shri Radha Parthasarathi can be adorned in garments and jewelry made by Vrindavan artisans. The night will sparkle with lights and scenes from Krishna’s life. We’ll supply 1,008 dishes, beginning with mangala aarti at 4.30am and maha aarti at midnight,” he additional provides. 51-kg cake, AI-designed invitations A glimpse of the festivities from ISKCON in Gurugram. The celebrations within the millennium metropolis will function a 51-kg cake and a contemporary contact. “Our invitation playing cards have been designed utilizing AI, mixing custom with creativity,” says Rambhadra Das from ISKCON Temple, Sector 45, Gurugram. He informs that greater than 1,200 volunteers are concerned in kirtans, dramas and performances. “Janmashtami is about bringing each devotee collectively in pleasure, devotion and positivity. Midnight will function maha kirtan, 1008 bhogs, maha aarti and abhishekam attended by over 2,500 devotees,” shares Rambhadra.