Holi 2024

Holi is a beloved Hindu festival of colour. It is a happy occasion where people across India come together to play with colours. It is celebrated in the Hindu month of Phalgun every year. This year, we are celebrating Holi on 25th March. 

Holi is a celebration of the victory of good over evil. There are multiple stories behind the origin of Holi. According to one, Lord Krishna playfully applied colours to Radha’s face, which started this celebration of Holi. Before the main celebration of Holi, people celebrate ‘choti Holi,’ where people burn a bonfire to symbolise the end of evil. Holi also marks the beginning of spring in India. 

In different parts of India, Holi is played with unique traditions. In Uttar Pradesh, people take part in Lathmar Holi, where women playfully hit men with sticks called ‘lathis.’ In Vrindavan, people celebrate Phool Wali Holi using flowers instead of synthetic colours.

Holi is a day of celebration, where people gather together to participate in the joy of colours and festivities. 

From Nutshell, we wish you and your loved ones a very happy Holi!