- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:42 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Dhulandi 2025: Holi is a significant Indian festival celebrated on the full moon day in March. It's a two-part celebration, beginning with Holika Dahan, followed by Dhulendi - a vibrant day of playing with colours and spreading joy. This iconic festival of colours is deeply rooted in Hinduism, particularly associated with Lord Krishna's childhood antics in Vrindavan, where he playfully coloured the faces of his friends, the Gopis and Gopas. In the modern times, Holi is a beloved celebration of love, colour and community, observed with great enthusiasm across India and beyond.
While Holika Dahan or chhoti Holi will be observed on 13th March 2025, Dhulandi or Rang Wali Holi will be celebrated on 14th March 2025. Check out all the significant details about the timings, significance and rituals for Dhulandi below:
Dhulandi 2025: Date And Time
- Dhulandi 2025 Date: 14th March 2025, Friday
- Purnima Tithi Begins: 10:35 AM, 13th March 2025
- Purnima Tithi Ends: 12:23 PM, 14th March 2025
Dhulandi 2025: Significance
Holi is famously known worldwide as the festival of colours. According to legend, Lord Krishna was particularly fond of celebrating Holi with vibrant colours. A popular anecdote tells the story of how Lord Krishna playfully smeared colours on the faces of his beloved gopis in Vrindavan, including Rani Rani.
This joyful ritual of love and togetherness has been reenacted by Hindus for centuries. On the day of Dhulandi or Rang Wali Holi, people gather to throw or smear colours on each other, symbolising the triumph of love and colour over dullness and monotony. This festive tradition brings people together, fostering a sense of community and joy that transcends cultural boundaries.
Rang Wali Holi marks love, colour and joy, breaking social barriers and fostering unity among people. (Image Source: Canva)
Dhulandi 2025: Rituals
During Holi celebrations, people joyfully throw coloured powders, like gulal at each other in a playful and carefree manner. They also exchange warm greetings by smearing gulal on each other's faces. To add to the festive spirit, traditional sweets like Gujiya are savoured and shared among loved ones.
Holi is also a time for social bonding and merriment. People visit their relatives' homes to break down social barriers and offer good wishes. In many parts of India, Holi parties are a popular tradition, where people come together to dance, play with colours and enjoy water games. These vibrant celebrations bring people closer, fostering a sense of community and joy.
