Overview

• A violent altercation in Bengaluru's Anekal suburb led to the deaths of three migrant laborers from Bihar after a drunken dispute escalated during Holi celebrations.
• Clashes and stone-pelting incidents were reported in Uttar Pradesh, including caste-based disputes and confrontations over music, resulting in injuries and arrests.
• Traffic police across major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune intensified enforcement, issuing thousands of fines for violations such as drunk driving and helmetless riding.
• Over 150 people were hospitalized in Prayagraj due to road accidents, physical altercations, and injuries from Holi colors, with hospitals on high alert for emergencies.
• Traditional Holi celebrations in places like Mathura and Rajasthan featured unique rituals but also saw injuries, including 42 people hurt during a stone-pelting event in Bhiluda village.