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Religious Desk: In Hindu religion, there is a tradition of celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna every month. Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha of every month is called Masik Krishna Janmashtami. This time this date of Vaishakh month is falling on 9 April 2026, Thursday. This day is considered extremely fruitful especially for those couples who wish to have a child.
Vaishakh Monthly Janmashtami 2026: Date and Muhurta
According to Hindu calendar, the timing of Ashtami Tithi will be as follows:
Ashtami Tithi starts: From 9th April 2026, 09:19 PM.
Ashtami Tithi ends: By April 10, 2026, 11:15 pm.
Date of fasting: Since Kanha was born at midnight, on the basis of Nishita Kaal puja 9 April The fast will be observed only.
Importance of ‘Santan Gopal Stotra’ for having a child
According to the scriptures, women who are deprived of the happiness of children or whose children’s progress is being hindered, should pray to them on monthly Janmashtami. Santan Gopal Stotra (Santan Gopal Stotra) must be recited. It is believed that by reciting the 108 verses of this stotra with devotion, Lord Krishna himself in the form of a child brings happiness to that house.
Special Mantra: “Devakisut Govind Vasudev Jagatpate. Dehi me tanayam Krishna tvamaham sharanam gat:॥”
(Chanting this mantra along with Santan Gopal Stotra is also very effective.)
Monthly Janmashtami Puja Method: How to please Laddu Gopal?
Service of the child form of Lord Krishna (Laddu Gopal) is important on this day:
Bathing: Wake up in Brahma Muhurta, take bath and wear clean clothes.
Coronation: Anoint Laddu Gopal by filling a conch with Ganga water and Panchamrit.
make up: Dress Kanha in new yellow clothes, adorn him with a crown, peacock feathers and Vaijayanti garland.
enjoyment: Offer his favorite butter, sugar candy, basil leaves and fruits to Kanha.
Recitation and Aarti: Light incense sticks and recite the Santan Gopal Stotra and finally perform the Aarti of ‘Banke Bihari’ using a ghee lamp.
Benefits of monthly Janmashtami fast
Child Happiness: The wishes of childless couples are fulfilled.
economic prosperity: There is never any shortage of money and grains in the house.
Destruction of negativity: Love increases between family members and mental peace is achieved.