"Greetings and good wishes to fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion...The teachings of Lord Krishna have a universal message -- Nishkam Karma.

"May this festival inspire us to follow the path of virtue and righteousness in thought, word and deed," the President tweeted.

The Prime Minister also tweeted: " Janmashtami greetings to everyone."

The birthday of Lord Krishna is celebrated as Janmashtami with great gusto across the country every year.