What are the major Krishna temples in Pakistan, and how is Janmashtami celebrated there?

Pakistan celebrates Janmashtami with devotion at key Krishna temples like Rawalpindi (1897), Lahore’s Kesarpura, Karachi’s Swaminarayan, and Quetta’s ISKCON (2007). Despite being a minority, Hindus maintain traditions with prayers, aartis, and cultural events, showcasing India-Pakistan’s shared heritage.

New Delhi: Today followers of Hinduism all over the world will celebrate the festival of Shri Krishna Janmashtami with enthusiasm. This festival is celebrated with great devotion not only in India but also in many countries, including Pakistan. People of the Hindu community living in Pakistan perform special worship in temples on this day and worship Lord Krishna. Let us know which are the biggest and most famous temples of Lord Krishna in Pakistan.

ISKCON Temple of Quetta – Built in 2007

In the year 2007, the ISKCON community bought land from the Pakistan government and built a grand Krishna temple here, which has now become a major religious place.

Krishna Temple of Lahore – Located in Kesarpura

Even today there are 20-22 temples in Lahore, but regular worship takes place in only two temples—Krishna Temple (Kesarpura) and Valmiki Temple. Special events are organized here on the occasion of Janmashtami.

Krishna Temple of Rawalpindi—The largest Hindu pilgrimage in Pakistan

The largest temple of Shri Krishna in Pakistan is located in Rawalpindi, which was built in 1897 by Kanchi Mal and Ujaagar Mal Ram Panchal. This temple remained closed for a few years at the time of partition, but later it was reopened.

Till 1970, the local Hindu community used to take care of the temple, but later it was put under the Evacuee and Trust Property Board (ETPB). Till the 1980s, Indian ambassadors also used to come here to worship.

Swaminarayan Temple of Karachi—Both Hindus and Muslims visit.

This temple has the idols of Hare Krishna Maharaj and Radha-Krishna. Along with Hindus, Muslim devotees also come here to visit.

Krishna Temple of Abbottabad—In dilapidated condition

This temple located in Abbottabad is now in dilapidated condition, but still Hindu devotees come here to worship Lord Krishna.

Despite Hindus being a minority in Pakistan, the festival of Janmashtami is celebrated with great enthusiasm. Temples located in cities like Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, and Quetta bear testimony to this festival. This festival is not only a symbol of religious unity but also reflects the shared cultural heritage of India and Pakistan.

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