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Holi 2025: From temples to streets, India celebrates love & triumph

Last updated on - Mar 14, 2025, 15:53 IST
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Holi with Lord Jagannath

The colourful festival of Dhulandi, also known as Rang Wali Holi, is celebrated on 14 March. The two-day celebration began with Holika Dehan on 13 March with a bonfire, symbolizing the burning away of evil.

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BSF soldiers celebrating Holi

At Suchetgarh, along the India-Pakistan border, Border Security Force (BSF) soldiers, including women personnel, celebrated Holi by smearing colored powder on each other. It signifies the arrival of spring, the triumph of good over evil, and the celebration of love and unity.

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Lathmar holi of Barsana

In Nandgaon and Barsana, people celebrate Lathmar Holi, a vibrant tradition where women playfully hit men with sticks while drenching each other in colors. This unique tradition is inspired by the legend of Lord Krishna and Radha.

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Vasant Utsav of Kolkata

Young women in Kolkata joyfully celebrating Vasant Utsav 2025, marking the arrival of spring with vibrant colors and cultural festivities. Holi, deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, also symbolizes the victory of Lord Vishnu in his Narasimha avatar over the demon king Hiranyakashipu.

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Vibrant cheers

A young boy applies colored powder to his sister as they celebrate Holi, the festival of colors in Mumbai. This joyful moment reflects the essence of Holi, where people of all ages come together, breaking social barriers and spreading happiness through vibrant hues and festive cheer.

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Gulal in Pinkcity

Tourists joyfully participating in the Dhulandi festival celebration organized by Rajasthan Tourism at Khasa Kothi, embracing the spirit of Holi with colors. Meanwhile, the Pink city is also famous for its 'gulaal gota'—colorful balls filled with powdered hues, keeping a centuries-old tradition alive.

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Kathmandu smeared in colours

Nepalese people come together at Basantapur Durbar Square, Kathmandu, to celebrate Holi by joyfully throwing colors on each other.

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Foreign tourists in Delhi

In Delhi’s bustling Paharganj area, foreign tourists enthusiastically took part in Holi celebrations, drenching each other in vibrant colors. The lively atmosphere, filled with music, dance, and laughter, showcased Holi’s universal appeal.

(Image credit: PTI)

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