Holi 2026: India’s Festival of Colours to Be Celebrated on March 4
Todays News IndiaPosted by vipulnaik on 2026-03-03 07:59:52 |
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? Holi 2026: India’s Festival of Colours to Be Celebrated on March 4 ?
Holi, India’s lively and much-loved festival of colours, will be celebrated across the country on Wednesday, 4 March 2026 this year. According to the official holiday calendar, Holi is a gazetted public holiday in India, giving people time off from work and school to join in the festivities. (Time and Date)
The vibrant celebration, which marks the arrival of spring and symbolizes the victory of good over evil, brings families and communities together in a joyful spirit. People of all ages take part in throwing coloured powders and water, dancing to music, and enjoying traditional foods and sweets throughout the day. (Time and Date)
Holi is rooted in Hindu tradition and is celebrated during the full moon of the Phalguna month, typically falling in late February or early March. In 2026, the festival falls on 4 March, following the Holika Dahan ritual the evening before, which involves lighting bonfires to represent the triumph of virtue over vice. (Time and Date)
Across India, Holi also serves as a time to strengthen social bonds, mend old disagreements, and welcome the new season with joy and colour. (Time and Date)