Overview
- Holi festivities peaked on March 4 across India after some western regions began on March 3, with streets, temples and public spaces awash in colour, music and sweets.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu led national greetings that stressed harmony, prosperity and renewal, joined by the Vice President, Home Minister and multiple Chief Ministers.
- Regional traditions anchored celebrations, from Lathmar Holi in Mathura‑Vrindavan and Kodamar Holi in Rajasthan to Pushkar’s international gathering and Sikh Holla Mohalla at Anandpur Sahib, with Army and BSF personnel celebrating with border communities.
- Police and traffic authorities reported intensified patrols and checkpoints to curb disorder and dangerous driving in cities such as Delhi, Chandigarh and across Punjab and Haryana, with additional safety monitoring for beachgoers in Puri.
- Political parties hosted public events—Rahul Gandhi celebrated with workers at the Congress headquarters and AAP leaders gathered at Manish Sisodia’s residence—while cricket figures including Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli shared Holi wishes on social media.