“May colours of joy, enthusiasm always shower in your life”: PM Narendra Modi extends Holi wishes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the citizens of the country on the occasion of Holi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the citizens of the country on the occasion of Holi.
Choti Holi and Holika Dahan will be observed on March 7 (Tuesday). It should be performed during Pradosh Kaal (which starts after sunset) while Purnimasi Tithi is prevailing, as per Hindu beliefs.
This year, Holi will be celebrated on March 9 and 10. Holika Dahan is on Monday, 9 March 2020, followed by Holi on Tuesday, 10 March.
The day is mainly celebrated in the memory of ‘Prahlad’ who depicts the victory of good over evil by defeating his aunt ‘Holika’.
The ritual may seem shockingly bizarre, yet it is one of the best expressions of India’s heritage
The magnificence of the festival of Holi lies in the beauty of the different ways in which it is celebrated in different states of India
From choosing to celebrate Holi by travelling to the heartland of India to getting regionally-authentic festival vibes, travelers have choices aplenty.
Signifying bonhomie, togetherness and equality, Holi may be regarded as a sweet protest against apartheid that still prevails in different shapes and forms in the world
Holi is celebrated over two days. On the first day, people observe Chhoti Holi, which is marked by Holika Dahan. The second day is known by different names -- Rangwali Holi, Phagwah, Dhuleti, Dhulandi or Dhulivandan etc.
