holi Ke Din Dil Khil Jaate Hain Rangon Mein Rang Mil Jaate Hain- AAYEERE HOLI
Holi known as 'Holika'. Also called the Festival of Colours. In West Bengal, it is known as Dolyatra (Doljatra) or Boshonto Utsav ("spring festival"). As per the Hindu calendar, it falls on the Phalgun Purnima (or Pooranmashi, Full Moon).
Holi get started with burning of the demoness Holika, Hiranyakashipu's sister, in huge bonfires at night. It is called Kama dahanam in Andhra Pradesh.
In other aspect, it is believed that Lord Shiva burned Kaamadeva on the day of Holi.
Other day Dhulheti, people spend the day throwing coloured powder and water at each other. The spring season, during which the weather changes, is believed to cause viral fever and cold. Thus, the playful throwing of the coloured powders has a medicinal significance: the colours are traditionally made of Neem, Kumkum, Haldi, Bilva, and other medicinal herbs. (But now a days palying Holi becomes harmful to Humanbody, Synthetic/Hazardous/Unnatural colours existing instead of Natural) A special drink called thandai is prepared, sometimes containing bhang (Cannabis sativa).
Rangapanchami occurs a few days later on a Panchami (fifth day of the full moon), marking the end of festivities involving colours. Celebration associated with Holi are meant to reassure people of the power of the truth as the moral of all these legends is the ultimate victory of good over evilHoli helps to bring diverse sections of society together and strengthen the secular fabric of our country. The festival is celebrated by Hindus and non-Hindus alike. The festival aims to break down barriers between the rich and poor when all sections of society celebrate together with a spirit of brotherhood.
