Nandotsav which is also known as Nanda Mahotsav
is celebrated on the next day of Krishna Janmashtami. Nandotsav is celebrated
in most of the Krishna temples in Mathura and Vrindavan. In 2013, the date of
Nandotsav is August 29.
The word Nandotsav is formed after joining of Nanda and
Mahotsav. Nanda refers to foster father of Lord Krishna and Mahotsav refers to
celebrations. Hence the event refers to celebrations held at Nandgaon to mark the
arrival of Lord Krishna.
Nandotsav is also referred as Dadhi-Kando (दधिकांदौ). Dadhi-Kando is a mixture of curd and
milk which is colored with Haldi, Chandan and Kesar known as turmeric, sandal and
saffron respectively. In Dadhi-Kando, Dadhi refers to the curd and Kando refers
to the sludge.
Dadhi Kando is thrown on devotees during Nandotsav
celebrations. Devotees who are sprinkled or smeared by Dadhi Kando are
considered lucky as it is believed to be “Lala ki Chhee Chee” i.e. potty of new
born Krishna.
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