City-Wise Holika Dahan Timings 2024: Holi is the festival of colours and it is one of the most auspicious festivals that is celebrated by the Hindu community. It is one of the biggest festivals that is observed grandly by Indians all over the world. This year, Holi 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, March 25. It is important to note that before celebrating Holi, people observe the festival of Choti Holi or Holika Dahan. It is observed a day before the actual festival of Holi.
Choti Holi or Holika Dahan is a significant day because it marks the victory of good over evil. People get together and light the Holika bonfire which marks the victory of light over darkness. It is important to note that Holika Dahan 2024 or Choti Holi 2024 will be observed on Sunday, March 24. Let's take a look at the city-wise Muhurat of Holika Dahan according to Drik Panchang, here:
Holika Dahan 2024: Date And Time
Holika Dahan 2024: Date And Time| Holika Dahan Date | March 24, 2024 |
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| Holika Dahan Subh Muhurat Start | 11:13 PM, Mar 24 |
| Holika Dahan Subh Muhurat End | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
| Subh Muhurat Time | 1hr 14 Min |
| Bhadra Punch | 6:33 PM to 7:53 PM |
| Bhadra Mukh | 7:53 to 10:06 PM |
Holika Dahan 2024: Choti Holi Puja Timings
As per Drik Panchang, Choti Holi or Holika Dahan should be celebrated on March 24, 2024. It is important to note that the Holika Dahan Muhurat will start at 11:12 pm and go on till 12:27 am.
The Bhadra Punchha muhurat will start at 12:43 am and go on till 2:01 am. The Bhadra Mukha muhurat will begin at 2:01 am and go on till 4:11 am.
On this auspicious occasion of Holika Dahan, people celebrate the festival by lighting a bonfire outside of their homes and burning Holika effigies during the evening or late at night. The bonfire signifies the victory of good over evil. People also roast green cereals on the Holika bonfire. Holika Dahan celebrations begin at night when people gather, and perform religious rituals in front of a bonfire.
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City-wise Holika Dahan Timings 2024
Let's take a look at the city-wise Muhurat of Holika Dahan according to Drik Panchang, here:
Delhi Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Delhi | 11:13 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Lucknow Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Lucknow | 11:13 PM, Mar 24 | 12:26 AM, Mar 25 |
Kanpur Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Kanpur | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Gorakhpur Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Gorakhpur | 11:13 PM, Mar 24 | 12:25 AM, Mar 25 |
Haryana Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Haryana | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Indore Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Indore | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Bengaluru Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Bengaluru | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Kolkata Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Kolkata | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Jaipur Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Jaipur | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Mumbai Holika Dahan Timings
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Mumbai | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Varanasi Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Varanasi | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Ujjain Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Ujjain | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Hyderabad Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Hyderabad | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Bhopal Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Bhopal | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Ahmedabad Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Ahmedabad | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Jaipur Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Jaipur | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Chandigarh Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Chandigarh | 11:12 PM, Mar 24 | 12:27 AM, Mar 25 |
Patna Holika Dahan Timings 2024
| City | Start Time | End Time |
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| Patna | 11:13 PM, Mar 24 | 12:55 AM, Mar 25 |
Happy Holi 2024! Best wishes and messages to share with your friends and family
- May the colours of Holi wash away all negativity and bring new beginnings. Happy Holi to you and your loved ones!
- This Holi, let¡¯s paint our hearts with forgiveness and kindness. Sending you warm wishes for a joyous celebration!
- May the colours of Holi bring you the strength of red, the peace of blue, and the happiness of yellow. Happy Holi 2024!
- May the colours of Holi remind you of the beautiful diversity that makes life vibrant. Happy Holi to you and all!
- Wishing you a Holi as colourful and sweet as the thandai you¡¯ll be enjoying! Happy Holi, friend!
- Let¡¯s celebrate the spirit of Holi with open hearts and playful abandon. Happy Holi 2024!
Holi 2024 FAQs: Your Guide to the Festival of Colors
Holi, the vibrant festival of colors, is a joyous celebration that lights up India and the Indian diaspora every spring. With Holi 2024 falling on March 25th (Monday), here are some frequently asked questions to help you prepare and participate in the festivities:
When is Holi in 2024?
Holi is celebrated on the Phalguna Purnima (full moon day) in the Hindu calendar. In 2024, it falls on Monday, March 25th.
What is the first day of Holi called?
The first day of Holi is called Holika Dahan (burning of Holika) and is celebrated on the evening before the main day of colors. This year, Holika Dahan falls on Sunday, March 24th.
Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.
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