Holi 2025 Holidays: Holi is one of the major festivals of India. Be it children or adults, everyone is excited for this festival of colors. This year the festival of Holi will be celebrated on March 14 (Friday). Preparations for this have also started. Even in the midst of exams, children take out time to play Holi. However, many students are confused about Holi holiday. They do not understand whether the holiday will be only on 14th or on 15th March as well.
Holi Holiday
Although Holi is celebrated all over the country, its enthusiasm is seen more in North India. In many states including UP, MP, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, people start preparing a week in advance. Gujhiya is made in homes. People make papad-chips.
Holiday for so many days in most states
Holi has special significance in Hinduism. Most states observe a government holiday on this festival. This year, schools will remain closed for 4 consecutive days on Holi in Rajasthan. Banks and educational institutions will remain closed for 4 days in many other states as well.
4 days holiday
- 13 March (Thursday) – Holika Dahan
- 14 March (Friday) – Holi
- 15 March (Saturday) – Weekly holiday (in some government and private institutions)
- 16 March (Sunday) – Weekly holiday