Holi 2024 Real Date In India: Here¡¯s All You Need To Know About Festival Of Colours

Holi 2024: One of the most popular Hindu festivals, Holi is a vibrant and colourful festival that lasts for two days and holds great significance in Hindu culture. In West Bengal, Assam, and Tripura, Holi is also referred to as the 'Festival of Colours,' 'Dol Jatra,' or 'Basanta Utsav.'

Holi celebrates the victory of good over evil, marking the beginning of spring and the end of winter. The festival is also known for the start of a bountiful spring harvest season.

Traditionally observed in late February or early March in the Gregorian calendar, Holi signifies the onset of spring and the conclusion of winter. This festival aligns with the full moon or Purnima on the evening of the Hindu month of Phalguna. Holi serves as a joyous occasion for individuals to unite, set aside their differences, and revel in the brighter moments of life. As the anticipation builds for the celebration of Holi in 2024, here is the real date and time of Holi 2024.

Holi 2024 Date And Time: Holi Kab Hai?

Holi 2024 in India is celebrated on Monday, March 25. March 24 is the time for Holika Dahan. The 2024 Holika Dahan Muhurat (the auspicious time) is from 07:19 PM to 09:38 PM on March 24th. March 25th is the day of the Rangwali Holi.

When is Choti Holi?

In the year 2024, Choti Holi or Holika Dahan is scheduled to be celebrated on March 24, 2024.

When is Badi Holi or Dulhendi 2024?

Badi Holi or Dulhendi is slated to be celebrated on March 25, 2024.

What is the real date of Holi in 2024?

Holi, the vibrant and joyous festival of colours, will be celebrated on March 25, 2024. It's a two-day celebration that marks the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil. People of all ages, genders, and social backgrounds come together to throw coloured powders, sing, dance, and feast on delicious foods.

Holi 2024 Date in India: Significance

Holi holds significant religious importance in Hinduism, standing out as one of the paramount festivals in the Hindu calendar. Celebrated over two consecutive days, the festival includes Choti Holi and Dulhendi, also recognized as Badi Holi or Rangwali Holi.

During Choti Holi, individuals engage in lighting bonfires, offering worship to Holika, performing seven circumambulations, and concluding the day with the traditional ritual of Holika Dahan at night.

On Dulhendi, participants revel in the playful exchange of colors and water. Visiting each other's homes, they apply vibrant colours or Gulaal on faces, embracing the festive spirit with immense joy. The celebration extends to the sharing of sweets and snacks, accompanied by music, creating a joyful atmosphere as people cherish the festival with their loved ones.

Holi 2024 Dates and Time: FAQs

When is Holi celebrated in 2024?

Holi is celebrated on different dates each year based on the Hindu lunar calendar. In 2024, the festivities will take place on:

• Holika Dahan: Monday, March 24th, 2024 (evening)
• Rangwali Holi: Tuesday, March 25th, 2024

What is the significance of Holi?

Holi celebrates multiple auspicious themes:

Victory of good over evil: Symbolized by the burning of Holika, the evil sister of King Hiranyakashipu.

Arrival of spring: Welcomes the end of winter and the beginning of a new season.

Renewal and forgiveness: A time to mend relationships and start fresh.

Equality and unity: Everyone plays with colors regardless of social status, fostering community spirit.

What are the main events of Holi?

Holika Dahan: Bonfires are lit in the evening to symbolize the burning of evil. People gather around to sing and offer prayers.

Rangwali Holi: The "main event" where people throw colored powders (gulal) and water balloons at each other in a vibrant and joyful celebration.

(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)

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