Holi 2022 One of the most important and enjoyable of all the festivals in the country is the vibrant celebration of Holi. Also called the ‘Festival of Colors It is celebrated with lots of enthusiasm and enthusiasm every year. It is also known by the name of “Dol jatra” or “Basanta utsav” in West Bengal, Assam and Tripura.
Holi begin in the night of Purnima or the full moon day in the Hindu calendar month of Phalguna that falls in mid-March. The year this is, Holi will be celebrated on March 18, which happens to be an evening on a Friday. Holika Dahan will be celebrated on March 17, 2014, on a Thursday. As per Drik Panchang, Purnima Tithi will begin at 1:29 pm on the 17th of March 17 and will end at 12:47 am at the end of March 18.
In many areas, Holi is celebrated for two days. On the first, it is referred to as Jalanewali Holi which is the day that the Holi bonfires are lit. The day is also known by the names of Chhoti Holi or Holika Dahan. The second day is referred to as Rangwali Holi, the day where people can play with colored powders and colored drinking water.
The day is marked by family and friends coming together to enjoy the fun festive spirit and rejoicing the occasion with colours, sweets and delicious food.