Why do we celebrate Dhulendi?

Dhulendi, also known as Rangwali Holi, is celebrated the next day of Holika Dahan, symbolizing the victory of good over evil and the joy of playing with colours. Dhulendi puja includes circumambulation of Holika, offering of gulal and water, and worship of Hanumanji.

Why is Dhulendi celebrated?

According to the Puranas:

According to one legend, Lord Shiva had burnt Kamadeva to ashes for disturbing his penance, but on the prayers of Goddess Rati, Kamadeva was reborn and blessed to be born as the son of Lord Krishna.

According to another legend, the demon king Hiranyakashyap ordered his sister Holika to take their son Prahlad to the fire, but Prahlad survived and Holika was burnt.

Victory of good over evil:

Dhulendi symbolizes the victory of good over evil, which is represented through the Holika Dahan.

Festival of colours:

Dhulendi is a festival of playing and celebrating with colours. Social unity: This festival breaks social bonds and brings people together. How to perform Dhulendi Puja? Holika Dahan: Prepare a place for Holika Dahan using woods and other materials. Parikrama: Circumambulate Holika three times with the family. Offering materials: Put wheat, gram ears, barley, cow dung cakes etc. in the fire of Holika. Offer Gulal and water: Offer Gulal and water in the fire of Holika. Worship of Hanumanji: The importance of worshiping Hanumanji is also mentioned on the day of Holika Dahan. Take blessings from parents: Take blessings from parents after Holika Dahan.