Colours of Holi – A Festival of Love, Devotion & New Beginnings

Holi is not just a festival of colours — it is a celebration of victory, love, and happiness. Every year, as spring arrives, India bursts into shades of pink, yellow, red, and purple. But have you ever wondered why we celebrate Holi with such joy?

Why Is Holi Celebrated?

Holi marks the triumph of good over evil. It symbolizes the end of negativity and the beginning of positivity, happiness, and harmony. The festival is deeply connected with devotion and faith, reminding us that after darkness, light always follows.

Before playing with colours, many devotees first offer abir (gulal) at the feet of the divine, seeking blessings. Only after honoring God does the celebration truly begin — a beautiful reminder that joy begins with gratitude.

The Divine Love of Krishna & Radha

Holi is especially associated with the playful love of Krishna and Radha.

Legend says that young Krishna, known for his mischievous nature, playfully applied colours to Radha. What began as a playful act became a symbol of eternal love and togetherness. Their bond teaches us that love goes beyond differences — it unites hearts in joy.

Holi in Barsana & Vrindavan

The spirit of Holi comes alive most vibrantly in Barsana and Vrindavan, the land of Radha and Krishna.

In Barsana, the famous Lathmar Holi is celebrated, where women playfully chase men with sticks, recreating Radha teasing Krishna.
In Vrindavan, temples overflow with devotion, bhajans, and showers of colours.
Many temples also celebrate Phoolon Ki Holi — Holi played with flowers instead of colours.

Across India, Holi is celebrated in different forms — with flowers, natural colours, and traditional rituals — but the most common colours remain pink, yellow, red, and purple gulal, symbolizing love, energy, prosperity, and joy.

Holi – The Beginning of Happiness

Holi reminds us that after the destruction of evil (symbolized by Holika Dahan), life begins again with happiness and hope. It is the season of forgiveness, new relationships, and spreading smiles.

And what better way to celebrate than by sharing that happiness with those who need it most?

Celebrate Holi with a Purpose

This Holi, let your colours create impact.

Through Aadivasi.org, you can spread real joy by supporting:

📚 Tribal Children Education
🍛 Mid-Day Meals
🌳 Tree Plantation
🩺 Women’s Hygiene

Aadivasi.org also empowers tribal artisans by providing them opportunities to showcase and sell their handcrafted products, helping preserve traditional art forms and generate sustainable livelihoods.

Let the True Colours of Holi Shine

Holi is not just about applying gulal — it is about applying kindness.
Not just about celebration — but about compassion.

Every person can celebrate Holi by bringing happiness to a tribal child — by supporting education, planting trees, ensuring meals, and empowering artisans.

This year, let your colours carry love.
Let your celebration create change.
Let your Holi be filled not just with colour — but with purpose.

Visit Aadivasi.org and make this Holi truly meaningful.