Author: Bihar Say | Amrita |

Holi 2025: Celebrate the Festival of Colors with Joy, Rituals & Auspicious Timings!

Holi, the festival of colors, is just around the corner, bringing vibrant hues, joyous laughter, and cultural traditions to life! As we gear up for Holi 2025, let’s clear up the confusion around dates and dive into the significance of this grand celebration.

Holi 2025 Dates: Mark Your Calendar!

This year, Holi festivities will take place on:

• Holika Dahan: March 13, 2025 (Thursday) – Best time: After 10:45 PM
• Rangotsav (Color Celebration): March 15, 2025 (Saturday)

Mithila and Banaras Panchangs confirm that Holika Dahan will be on March 13, while Rangotsav follows on March 15. Some regions, like Kashi, will observe Holi on March 14 due to local traditions.

The Significance of Holika Dahan

Holika Dahan, also called Chhoti Holi, symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Devotees light bonfires, reenacting the legend of Prahlad and Holika. According to Acharya Rajnath Jha, performing Holika Dahan during Bhadrakal (inauspicious time) is strictly avoided. The ideal time for Holika Dahan in Bihar is post 10:45 PM on March 13, after Bhadra ends.

Holi Celebration Across Regions

Many people are confused about Holi dates due to variations in lunar calculations. However, here’s a clear breakdown:

• Bihar & Most Regions: Holika Dahan on March 13, Holi on March 15.
• Kashi (Banaras): Holi on March 14.
• Mithila Panchang: Aligns with Bihar’s schedule – March 13 for Holika Dahan, March 15 for Holi.

How to Perform Holika Dahan Puja?

1. Take a bath and sit facing the east or north.
2. Place Holika and Prahlad idols made of cow dung on a plate.
3. Offer roli, flowers, raw turmeric, moong dal, betel nuts, rice, and sweets.
4. Worship Lord Vishnu and Narasimha before encircling the bonfire seven times with raw cotton thread.
5. Finally, offer gulal and sprinkle water around the fire.

Why is Holi on March 15, 2025?

According to Acharya Rakesh Jha, Holi follows the Chaitra Krishna Pratipada Tithi, which begins on March 14 afternoon. Since Holi is celebrated during Pratipada, it will be observed on March 15, Saturday in Bihar and most parts of India.

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