Holi 2024: Remember These Safety Cautions When Using Colors

Holi, one of the biggest Hindu holidays, is rapidly approaching. Holi, sometimes referred to as the festival of colors, is centered on the well-known story of Bhakt Prahlad and Holika and celebrates the triumph of good over evil. The story revolves on Holika’s attempt to murder Bhakt Prahlad in a fiery encounter, but Lord Vishnu intervened to rescue his devotee, and Holika was burned as a result of her malicious purpose. Holi will be celebrated nationwide on March 25 this year.

India is breathtakingly beautiful during the Holi celebrations. People play with colors, eat gujiya, exchange treats with loved ones, and rejoice in the triumph of good over evil during Holi festivities. When experimenting with colors, one must exercise utmost caution. These are some simple guidelines that you may use while experimenting with color during the Holi festivities.

– Use sunscreen on your hands, arms, face, and any exposed skin.

– Give your hair a good oiling before heading out to play Holi.

– Make your own eco-friendly, natural Holi colors.

– Never color someone without that person’s permission.

– Avoid applying color near the lips, ears, eyes, or open wounds.

– Avoid dousing animals and plants with color.

If you have a color allergy, stay away from colors.

– Avoid using kerosene to take off the colors.

Playing with colors and water balloons should be done carefully.

– Drink plenty of water to be well hydrated.

Have first aid supplies on hand.

– Right soon after playing Holi, take a bath in rose or turmeric water.

Holi is a celebration of Radha and Lord Krishna’s eternal love. On the full moon day of the Hindu month of Phalguna, it is observed nationwide. The Purnima tithi, according to Drik Panchang, will start at 08:24 AM on March 24, 2024, and finish at 10:59 AM on March 25, 2024. Popularly celebrated on Holi, it honors love, the arrival of spring, and the triumph of good over evil. The event, which is bright and colorful, represents the joy of life. Playing with colors, sharing treats, and dancing to music are the main activities of Holi.