Holika Dahan (also known as Holika Dahan) is an important ritual performed before the festival of Holi, which is usually performed on the evening of the full moon in the Hindu
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month of Phalguna. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil and is deeply rooted in the Hindu tradition of celebrating and rekindling the festival and the legend of Holika.
Holika Dahan, also known as Chhoti Holi, is an important Hindu festival celebrated on the full moon night of the month of Phalguna,
symbolizing the victory of good over evil. In 2025, Holika Dahan will be celebrated on Thursday, March 13, followed by Holi on Friday, March 14, which is celebrated with great fervor in India.
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This vibrant festival celebrated across India brings people of the Hindu faith together with joy, devotion and renewal, and sets the stage for the grand festival of colours the next day.🌸
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Significance of Holi ka Dhana
- Victory of Good Over Evil – It marks the burning of the demoness Holika, who tried to kill Prahlad, a devotee of Lord Vishnu
- Welcoming Spring – It signifies the transition from winter to spring and is an agricultural festival in many regions
- Purification Ritual – The fire is believed to cleanse negativity and usher in positivity
Rituals of Holi ka Dhana
- Preparation of the Bonfire – People collect wood, dried leaves, and cow dung cakes for the fire.
- Offerings to the Fire – Grains, coconut, wheat ears, and other items are offered to the flames.
- Parikrama (Circumambulation) – Devotees walk around the fire, praying for prosperity and protection
- Traditional Songs & Celebrations – People sing folk songs and celebrate with joy.
When is Holi ka Dhana in 2025?
- The date varies each year based on the lunar calendar. Let me know if you need the exact date for this year
