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Pandit Mohit Tiwari JiVedic Pujan Seva · Ujjain
हिन्दी

Phalguna Purnima (Holika Dahan)

Holi

The festival of colours, preceded by Holika Dahan on Phalguna Purnima. It celebrates the victory of devotion over arrogance, as in the story of Prahlad, and is a time to mend relationships and let go of old grievances.

Major

Upcoming dates

  • Mon, 22 March 2027 – 23 Mar 2027Tentative
  • Fri, 10 March 2028 – 11 Mar 2028Tentative

Significance

Holi begins with Holika Dahan on the evening of Phalguna Purnima, when the tithi prevails at pradosh. According to the Puranic story, Prahlad's unwavering devotion to Narayan protected him, and the fire that was meant to harm him became a sign of faith prevailing over pride. Rangwali Holi follows the next day.

Families perform a simple pujan at the Holika, circle it, and offer new grain, coconut and roli. It is also a day many people use to forgive and reconnect. A Navgraha or Ganesh pujan can be added to begin the new season with calm and gratitude.

How it is observed

  • Holika Dahan at pradosh, after the auspicious muhurta is confirmed locally
  • Pujan of the Holika with roli, akshat, flowers and a lamp
  • Offering new grain, coconut and sweets, then circling the fire
  • Praying for the end of ego, envy and anger
  • Playing Rangwali Holi the next day with natural colours

Recommended pujans

Pujans devotees often arrange around this festival.

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