Shashi Tharoor asks why Janmashtami in Kerala on September 14? Netizens react
Kerala to celebrate Janmashtami on September 14, details
His remark led to a lively discussion online, with many users offering explanations. One user clarified that most of India follows the Purnimanta or Amanta lunar calendars, which place Janmashtami on the eighth day (Ashtami) of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada or Shravana. Kerala, however, uses the Malayalam solar calendar combined with lunar calculations.
Here, the festival is determined not just by the Ashtami tithi but also by the presence of the Rohini Nakshatra the star linked to Lord Krishna's birth at midnight. Since this alignment occurs later in 2025, Janmashtami in Kerala will be marked on September 14.This means that while most of India has already observed the festival, devotees in Kerala will celebrate several weeks later, staying true to their distinct cultural and religious traditions.- Ends
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