Holi celebrations in Uttar Pradesh concluded peacefully, with both festival processions and prayers taking place without any incidents, the circle officer Anuj Chaudhary said on Friday.
Foreign tourists and diplomats joined locals in celebrating Holi across India, with vibrant festivities taking place at Mumbai's Marine Drive and Jaipur. The Japanese Ambassador also extended greetings on the occasion.
Sambhal Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Vandana Mishra said that the processions celebrating the festivities were carried peacefully as everyone cooperated, which sends a message of peace.
The festival of Holi was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Sanjauli, a town near Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. The youth came together not only to enjoy the festival of colors but also to preserve their cultural heritage. While dancing to the beats of the traditional Pahadi N
Delhi Minister Ashish Sood extended Holi greetings and participated in a Holi Milan programme in Janakpuri on Friday, celebrating the festival with residents.
Bollywood's current rising sensation, Kartik Aaryan, shared a photo of himself after playing Holi. In one of the pictures, the actor was seen offering prayers at the Holika Dahan in his house. For the occasion, the actress donned a red check shirt and white T-shirt.
RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha on Friday questioned the need for precautionary measures during Holi and Jumma, saying that similar situations in 2022 didn't cause any issues.
Delhi Assembly Deputy Speaker Mohan Singh Bisht on Friday said that after 27 years, the national capital finally received the government it desired and promised that the BJP government would make Delhi glow like the vibrant colours of Holi.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta shared her gratitude for the love and support from the public, stating that her role as the Chief Minister fills her with pride and pledged to paint the picture of the capital city with the colours of happiness and prosperity.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu celebrated the festival of colors, Holi, at his official residence in Shimla. He was joined by his cabinet colleagues and Pradesh Congress President Pratibha Singh for the festivities.