Holi 2025 Celebrated Across South Asia with Vibrant Colors and Traditions

The Hindu festival of colors marks the arrival of spring, blending cultural rituals, joyous gatherings, and heightened safety measures in India and beyond.

Millions across South Asia celebrated Holi with colored powders, music, dancing, and traditional sweets, symbolizing the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil.
Holi rituals include Holika Dahan, a bonfire ceremony symbolizing the destruction of evil, and unique regional traditions like Lathmar Holi in Uttar Pradesh and Basanta Utsav in West Bengal.
Reports highlighted concerns about harassment during celebrations, prompting social media outrage and calls for safer festivities, particularly for women in crowded public spaces.
Authorities in cities like Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, implemented extensive security measures, including CCTV surveillance, drones, and rapid response teams, to ensure peaceful celebrations.
Health experts advised post-Holi care to prevent allergies and infections caused by synthetic colors, recommending natural alternatives, saline drops, and a balanced diet to boost immunity.