Marwadi women celebrate Sri Krishna Janmashtami 

Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations continued on Friday in Vijayawada with gaiety and joy. On the second day, different organisations made processions with idols of Lord Krishna and immersed them in the river Krishna.

Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations were conducted by the Marwadi women with utmost happyness at their homes. Some of the Mrawadi Women groups arranged special Mandiras, kept Lord Krishna Idols and offered special Pujas.

They wore traditional sarees and sang songs for lord Krishna. After completion of puja they organised procession for immersion into river Krishna.
“We are very happy to be celebrating Sri Krishna Janmashtami for two days. Woman groups came forward at their own cost,” said Maneesha, a devotee.