The nation immersed itself in joy and happiness with cheerful celebrations of Holi. From temple towns to metropolitan cities, people enjoyed the festivities by exchanging sweets, applying colour (gulal), offering prayers, and celebrating the victory of good over evil.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Wednesday immersed himself in the vibrant spirit of Holi, celebrating the festival of colours at his official residence in Jaipur.
In a vibrant display of cultural unity and joy, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu celebrated the festival of colours, Holi, with people from all walks of life at his official residence, 'Oak Over,' today.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Uttarakhand Governor Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh (Retd.) celebrated Holi at Lok Bhawan in Dehradun on Wednesday.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to all citizens on the occasion of Holi and wished for happiness, prosperity and success to everyone.
Adnan Sami's pictures clearly captured the vibrant spirit of celebrations, showing him and Big B enjoying to their fullest and dancing what appears to be a Holi party.
A local protestor, Mahesh Kadam, said that this year, during Holika Dahan, a Holika featuring the VSR company's aircraft and its logo was burnt as a symbolic protest, highlighting that even after more than a month since the passing of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, no investigation
With Holi 2026 just around the corner, the country is already slipping into celebration mode, and from temples to town squares, colours, music and tradition are bringing people together once again.
Kalkaji Peethadheeshwar Mahant Surendranath Avadhut on Monday said that Holika Dahan will be observed on March 3, following the conclusion of the lunar eclipse.
A highlight of the celebrations is Thabal Chongba, a traditional dance held in different localities at night. People come together to dance to the rhythmic beats of Indigenous drums and folk songs.
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.