RAMBAN, Sept. 4 -- Shri Krishna Janmashtami was celebrated with religious fervour, devotion and gaiety across Ramban district. Grand Shobha Yatras were taken out in Ramban, Batote and other parts of the district. Thousands of devotees including men, women and children participated in the celebrations.

At the district headquarters Ramban, Shobha Yatras was taken out from various temples and passed through Shan Palace, Court Road, Upper Bazaar, Cafeteria Morh, Bus Stand, Lower Maitra, Upper Maitra, Masjid Market and other adjoining areas before culminating at Raghunath Mandir, Bowali Bazaar.

Before commencement of the Shobha Yatra, special Pooja of the beautifully decorated Jhankis was performed at various temples. The processions witnessed...