Gokulashtami in Chittoor

Chittoor: On the occasion of Krishnashtami festival, large number of  devotees thronged Sri Krishna temple in the city on Monday and offered special poojas. As  state government has declared holiday for the festival, several  educational institutions have conducted  competitions for children to wear the attire similar to  childhood Krishna.

Devotees have visited Krishna mandirs  situated at  Prakasam Highroad and Church Road and offered prayers . The organisers of Krishna temples have made elaborate arrangements for the convenience of devotees and for ensuring easy Darshan of Lord Krishna.  In a competition   of Krishna Fancy dress   held at Jyothi Vidyalaya on Monday, Krishna Saketh ( Class 2 ) and Laasya ( 2 years) have won the prizes.