Holika Dahan is a significant part of the Holi celebration in India. For the unversed, Holika Dahan is observed a day before the festival of colors. This year Holika Dahan will be observed on March 24, 2024, Sunday. The name of the day signifies the rituals and traditions that are followed. Holika is the name of a demon and dahan means to set on fire. Holika Dahan, also known as Chhoti Holi, is also celebrated in Nepal. It marks the triumph of good over evil and is observed on the night before the festival of colors, Holi.
Holika Dahan typically takes place on the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Phalguna, which usually falls in February or March according to the Gregorian calendar. The timing for the ritual varies based on the prevailing lunar calendar and regional customs.
