Daijiworld News Network - Goa

Pics by Rajtilak Naik in Panaji
Panaji, Aug 17: Janmashthami, the birth festival of Lord Krishna was celebrated with great enthusiasm and belief throughout the state of Goa.


A young boy in Krishna attire, and a flag parade

Dahi handi competition at Nagueshi


Religious procession

Temple pond

Nagueshi temple

Holy pond of Nagueshi temple

Enthusiastic crowds

Young boys are seen taking a jump into the holy pond soon after the dahi handi breaking competition.
Small children were seen dressed in the attire of Lord Krishna, dahi handi-breaking competitions were organized in every village and town. Religious processions also were held in different places.