Holika Dahan is a lighting of bonfire takes place during Holi. Usually, it is observed a day prior to Holi festival. In 2018, Holika Dahan date is March 1.
The best time to perform Holika Dahan and to celebrate Holikotsav is in the night on 1 March 2018. The exact time for Holika Dahan would be in the night — 7.33 PM onwards.
The similar ritual in South India is known as Kamadahanam. Holika dahan or Holikotsav or Choti Holi signifies the victory of good over evil. It is mentioned in many Puranas and other Sacred Texts.
In Narada Purana, Holika Dahan is mentioned as the victory of Prahlada over his aunt demon Holika. As per Bhavishya Purana, a demon called Dhundhi was killed by a group of children whom he suffered a lot. Hence, the festival of Holi is very much associated with children.
Holika Dahan 2018 date in Other countries..
Holika Dahan 2018 in USA (PST) – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in Hawaii – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in USA (MST) – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in USA (EST) – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in Trinidad & Tobago – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in UK – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in UAE & Middle East – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in Malaysia – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in Singapore – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in Australia – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in New Zealand – March 1
Holika Dahan 2018 in Fiji Islands – March 1
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