Gandhinagar, Aug. 16 -- Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has extended heartfelt greetings to all citizens of the state on the auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami.

Extending his best wishes, the Chief Minister stated that this festival is celebrated with utmost devotion and reverence, and will further strengthen the spirit of harmony, brotherhood, and mutual love in society.

Lord Krishna's birthday falls on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapad. Although the celebration takes place in different parts of the country, Mathura and Vrindavan hold a special significance. One being his birthplace, and one where he spent his childhood and did his baal leela.

Devotees flock to the Lord Krishna temples. The t...