The festivities commenced with Holika Dahan, symbolising the victory of good over evil, where people gathered around bonfires across the country to perform rituals and offer prayers.

People took to the streets, joyously painting them in vibrant colours, accompanied by the indulgence in special delicacies like gujiya, adding to the festive ambience.

Devotees congregated at temples and ghats, especially in Vrindavan, Mathura, and Varanasi, to partake in the Holi celebrations and immersing themselves in the festive spirit.

Foreign tourists, including Australians, joined in the festivities, expressing their delight and appreciation for the warm welcome received during festivities.

Vrindavan is abuzz with colours as devotees throng the famous Shri Radhavallabh Lal Ji Temple, offering prayers and chanting hymns amidst the lively celebrations.

Across the country, cultural programmes and traditional dances added to the festive fervour, with young girls in Kolkata captivating audiences with their graceful performances.

In Mumbai, revellers flocked to Juhu beach to celebrate Holi, smearing each other's faces with colours amidst the backdrop of sea waves.

In Assam, people celebrated Holi with flower petals, infusing a unique floral element into the traditional festivities.

From the north to the south, Holi celebrations transcended regional boundaries, with lively festivities witnessed at Island Grounds in Chennai, where people danced and played with colours, exemplifying the nationwide intoxication with the spirit of Holi.