Holi, the festival of colors, marks the arrival of spring and the end of winter.
Although there are many different ways to commemorate this event around the nation, most individuals do it by dousing each other in gulal or color.
While celebrating their individuality, Holi brings together diverse groups of individuals from all around the nation.
Here is a look at how it is celebrated in various states
Lathis, or batons, are used during the celebration in the Barsana area of Uttar Pradesh. Women use lathis to beat males for amusement rather than as a form of discipline.
The festival in Uttarakhand's Kumaon region entails singing and dancing to music while dressed traditionally.
Another name for Holi in Maharashtra is Rang Panchami or Shigma. On Purnima, the festivities begin with the blazing of a firewood pyre after dusk (Holika Dahan).
One day prior to Holi, Nihang Sikhs in Punjab celebrate Hola Mohalla. A demonstration of various martial techniques is part of their celebration.
Bengal celebrates the arrival of spring with Basant Utsav. At Shantiniketan, a unique event is planned. A component of the primary Holi celebrations is Dol Jatra.
Folk songs and turmeric-infused water are used to rejoice in Kerala. On the first day, locals go to temples, and on the second day, they play with colors.