Holi Festival Officially Begins in Mithilanchal as Sadhus Celebrate in Kanchanban
Summary
The Holi festival officially began in Mithilanchal with celebrations in Kanchanban, Mahottari, as part of the fifteen-day Madhyamaki Parikrama pilgrimage honoring Lord Ramchandra and Goddess Sita.
Key Points
- The Holi festival started in Mithilanchal with celebrations in Kanchanban, Mahottari during the Madhyamaki Parikrama.
- Sadhus, saints, mahatmas, and householders exchanged colors and abir to mark the festival's commencement.
- The fifteen-day Parikrama commemorates Lord Ramchandra's exile and Holi celebration with Goddess Sita.
- The procession with palanquins of Lord Ramchandra and Goddess Sita continues towards Dhanusha after the seventh night's halt in Kanchanban.
