Holika Dahan · 2026
Falls on: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Bonfire ritual on the evening of Phalguna Purnima, the eve of Holi, commemorating the burning of Holika and the deliverance of the devotee Prahlada. The fire is lit during the pradosha hours, symbolising the triumph of devotion over evil.
Dates and timings for Meerut.
Why this date
It is kept on the day Purnima prevails at Pradosha in Meerut, free of Bhadra; if Bhadra lasts past midnight, it moves to the next day.
How it is observed
- Burning of demoness Holika who tried to kill Prahlad
- Bonfire
- Burning Holika's effigy
Holika Dahan 2026
Vishnu
- Tuesday, March 3, 2026View day panchang →Tithi window: Mon, Mar 2, 5:56 PM – Tue, Mar 3, 5:07 PM IST
Frequently asked questions
- What is Holika Dahan?
- Bonfire ritual on the evening of Phalguna Purnima, the eve of Holi, commemorating the burning of Holika and the deliverance of the devotee Prahlada. The fire is lit during the pradosha hours, symbolising the triumph of devotion over evil.
- When is Holika Dahan 2026?
- Holika Dahan falls on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.