Holi 2021: Why, When And How Is Holika Dahan Celebrated? See Here

Happy Holi 2021: An essential part of Holi festivities, Holika Dahan signifies the victory of good over evil. This year due to the surge in Covid infections, no large public Holi celebations have been allowed. But one can celebrate at home. Know all about the Holika Dahan celebrations

Holika Dahan is on March 28. An essential part of Holi festivities, Holika Dahan signifies the victory of good over evil. Large public celebrations of Holika Dahan are usually planned in communities but this year due to the surge in Covid infections, both the centre and state governments, have put in place strict restrictions. No large public Holi celebations have been allowed. People can however hold small neighbourhood Holika Dahan bonfires and it is best to follow the Covid guidelines and be safe.  Holi is celebrated on the Full Moon day in the month of Phalgun according to the Hindu calendar. It marks the arrival of vibrant spring season and hence is also called Vasant Utsav. In some states like Odisha and West Bengal, Holi is known as Dol Jatra or Dol Purnima.