The event honors the triumph of good over evil as well as the arrival of spring.
The celebration, which takes place on the final full moon day of the lunar month, involves people praying and dousing friends and relatives in vibrant colors.
The Hindu holiday of Holi is based on the story of Holika, a female demon who attempts to kill her nephew Prahlad for being a devotee of the Hindu deity Vishnu. However, Prahlad miraculously escapes the raging fire as Holika is engulfed in flames.
The night before Holi, bonfires are lighted as part of the celebrations with the hope that they will eliminate evil and allow good to win.
In the days preceding Holi, millions of people travel to their hometowns and villages because it’s one of the most frequently observed celebrations in India.
To commemorate the holiday, massive processions are held around the nation.
There are feasts, dancing, and singing. Schools are closed on this public holiday, and both adults and children spend the day celebrating in bright costumes.
