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Holi 2025: Know The Auspicious Timings And Legends Behind The Festival

Holi, known as the ‘Festival of Colors’, is one of the most important Hindu festivals. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India and by Hindus worldwide.

In 2025, Holika Dahan (Choti Holi) will take place on Thursday, March 13, followed by Rangwali Holi on Friday, March 14.

Holi marks the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring. It also celebrates the divine love between Lord Krishna and Radha.

The festival brings people together, breaking social barriers and spreading joy and positivity.

Legend Of Krishna And Radha

According to Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna worried about his dark complexion and feared that Radha, who was fair-skinned, would reject him.

His mother, Yashoda, playfully suggested that Krishna apply gulal to Radha’s face to erase their differences.

Krishna followed her advice, and this playful act became the basis for Holi’s colorful celebrations.

Holika Dahan And The Triumph Of Good Over Evil

Another popular legend behind Holi involves King Hiranyakashipu and his son Prahlad.

The king, blessed with near invincibility, demanded to be worshipped. However, Prahlad remained devoted to Lord Vishnu.

Enraged, Hiranyakashipu ordered his sister Holika to sit with Prahlad on a pyre, protected by a magical cloth.

But divine intervention shifted the cloth to Prahlad, saving him while Holika perished.

This symbolizes the victory of good over evil and is honored through Holika Dahan, observed the night before Holi.

How Holi Is Celebrated

Holi 2025 will be celebrated with vibrant colors, music, and joy.

The festival begins with Holika Dahan, where people light bonfires to mark the triumph of good over evil.

On Rangwali Holi, people play with gulal, water balloons, and pichkaris (water guns).

Friends and family gather to smear colors, share sweets like gujiya and malpua, and enjoy thandai.

Unique traditions like Lathmar Holi in Barsana and Nandgaon and Basant Utsav in West Bengal add to the cultural richness of the festival. Holi unites people, fostering forgiveness and strengthening relationships.

Also Read: Holi Celebrations At Sambhal’s Kartikeya Temple; First Time In Four Decades

Ajaypal Choudhary

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