India, Sept. 5 -- Aartis and bhajans filled the air as religious fervour swept Mumbai on Friday, with Krishna temples across the city opening to massive crowds of faithfuls gathering for early prayers on Janmashtami.

The city is also gearing up for Saturday's Dahi Handi celebrations, when several spirited teams of Govindas will build human pyramids to break curd and milk-filled earthen pots suspended at considerable heights on street corners.

Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Krishnashtami, commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu.

Flowers and vibrant lights adorned Lord Krishna temples across the metropolis, setting the backdrop for devotional programmes and special prayers.

At the ISKCON temple in Girgaon...