Holi 2025 Date: Holi is considered to be India’s most vibrant and joyous festivals, and will be celebrated this year too with great fervour. This festival also marks the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil. It is the time when people come together to play colours and enjoy festive delicacies, strengthening bonds of love and friendship.
Holi 2025 Date and Time
Holi falls on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Phalguna, usually in March. This year it will be celebrated on March 14 and Holika Dahan will be observed on March 13. The festival commences with Holika Dahan in which a ritual bonfire is lit symbolizing the victory over evil. On the next day people play with each other by throwing colours and water.
Holi 2025 Significance
The origin of Holi has deep roots in the mythology. One of the most well-known legends is that of Prahlad and Holika. Prahlad, a devoted follower of Lord Vishnu was targeted by his father King Hiranyakashipu. The king’s sister, Holika tried to burn Prahlad in a pyre but she was immolated but he survived, symbolizing the power of faith and goodness. This event is observed through Holika Dahan. Another legend involves Lord Krishna and Radha, where Krishna playfully applies colours on Radha’s face and begins the tradition of Holi as a festival of joy and love.
Why do we Celebrate Holi?
The festival of colours denotes the arrival of spring and about new beginnings. It is a festival that breaks social norms, promoting harmony, forgiveness and happiness. Holi brings harmony and bonds within communities. People dance, enjoy music and have treats like malpua, gujiya and thandai. The festival also marks the changing season and along with the onset of harvest season.
Holi 2025 will be a grand celebration as it will bring people together, spread love and will bring unity worldwide.
