Holi 2025 Date and Time: Holika Dahan 2025 Muhurat: Best Time to Light the Holika Bonfire
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Chhavi
- March 12, 2025
Holi, the festival of colors, happiness, and togetherness, will be celebrated across India on March 13 and 14, 2025 (Thursday and Friday). It is one of the most joyful festivals in the country, marking the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. People of all ages take part in the celebrations by playing with colors, enjoying sweets, dancing, and spreading love.
Holi is a festival that brings everyone together, breaking barriers of age, caste, and background. It is a day filled with fun, laughter, and positivity.
Holika Dahan 2025: The Night of Victory Over Evil
The festival starts with Holika Dahan, also known as Chhoti Holi, which will take place on March 13, 2025 (Thursday night). This ritual signifies the story of devotee Prahlad and Holika, where good triumphed over evil.
On this evening, people gather around a bonfire, perform puja, and pray for happiness, peace, and the removal of negativity from their lives. It is believed that this fire burns away evil thoughts and brings prosperity.
Shubh Muhurat (Auspicious Timing) for Holika Dahan:
Time: 11:26 PM to 12:30 AM (March 13 Night – Early March 14)
During this time, families and communities light the Holika bonfire, offer prayers, and walk around it, seeking blessings for a happy and successful life.
Dhulandi 2025: The Festival of Colors on March 14
After Holika Dahan, the real fun begins on March 14, 2025 (Friday), which is celebrated as Dhulandi. This is the day when people play with colors, dance, sing, and enjoy delicious sweets. The entire atmosphere becomes vibrant with colors, music, and laughter.
People greet each other with Gulaal (colored powder), splash water, and share sweets like Gujiya, Thandai, and Malpua. Friends, families, and even strangers come together to celebrate, forgetting all differences and spreading love.
The Meaning and Importance of Holi
Holi is more than just colors and fun. It carries deep spiritual and social meaning:
Victory of Good Over Evil: The festival reminds us that truth and goodness always win.
Bringing People Together: Holi removes social barriers, promoting love and unity.
Welcoming Spring: The festival marks the arrival of warm and pleasant days.
Letting Go of Negativity: It’s a time to forget past fights and start fresh.
How to Celebrate a Safe and Happy Holi?
Use natural or organic colors to protect your skin and hair.
Apply oil or moisturizer before playing with colors to avoid skin irritation.
Stay hydrated and enjoy sweets in moderation.
Respect others' choices—some people may not want to play with colors.
Be responsible and avoid wasting water.
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