A simple checklist for your Krishna Janmashtami celebration.
Start with the centre of your puja:1. Krishna Idol2. Puja ThaliChoose a clean and beautiful setup that suits your family's tradition.
A traditional diya brings warmth to the puja space.Keep ready:1. Brass or clay diya2. Cotton wicks3. Ghee or oil
For the traditional puja atmosphere, you may keep:1. Incense or dhoop2. Camphor3. Incense holder4. Camphor holderUse them safely and according to your family tradition.
Fresh flowers add beauty to the altar.Tulsi is also traditionally important in Vaishnava worship.Keep them fresh and ready before puja.
Prepare a simple offering such as:1. Makhan Mishri2. Fruits3. Milk4. Panchamrit5. Traditional sweetsOfferings vary by family and region.
Depending on your tradition, you may also use:1. Panchapatra & Achamani2. Small Puja Bowls3. Bell4. Decorative Krishna JhulaChoose only what your puja requires.
You don't need an elaborate setup.A Krishna idol, diya, flowers, bhog and sincere prayer can make a meaningful Janmashtami celebration.