Every year, the auspicious Hindu festival of Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated with great zeal across the country. The day commemorates Lord Krishna's birthday, who is said to be the Purna Avatar, or complete manifestation of the supreme cosmic energy. Dahi Handi, an earthen pot filled with dahi (curd) or makhan (butter) and hung at a height, is an essential part of Janmashtami celebrations.