Kansa Vadh
Major FestivalFriday, 20 November 2026 New Delhi
Kansa Vadh: next dates · New Delhi
| Date | Weekday | Special name |
|---|---|---|
| 20 November 2026Next | Friday | — |
Kansa Vadh — Significance
Commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over his uncle, the demon king Kansa, slain on Kartika Shukla Ekadashi per the Bhagavata. Same day as Devuthani / Prabodhini Ekadashi. Special significance at Mathura and Vrindavan with re-enactment plays (Kansa Leela).
Krishna's victory over Kansa.
Kansa Vadh — FAQ
- What is Kansa Vadh?
- Commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over his uncle, the demon king Kansa, slain on Kartika Shukla Ekadashi per the Bhagavata.
- When is Kansa Vadh 2026?
- In 2026, Kansa Vadh falls on Friday, 20 November 2026.
- What is the significance of Kansa Vadh?
- Krishna's victory over Kansa.