Holika Dahan · 2028
Falls on: Friday, March 10, 2028
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 Abu Dhabi.
Why this date
It is kept on the day Purnima prevails at Pradosha in Abu Dhabi, 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 2028
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- Friday, March 10, 2028View day panchang →Tithi window: Fri, Mar 10, 8:51 AM – Sat, Mar 11, 5:06 AM GST
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 2028?
- Holika Dahan falls on Friday, March 10, 2028.