Holika Dahan
6:48 PM — 9:12 PM
The bonfire on Phalguna Purnima — what is false is given to the fire.
About the day
Holika Dahan is lit on the evening of Phalguna Purnima, remembering Prahlada's protection and the burning of Holika. Families circle the fire and offer new grain to it.
How it is observed
Gather at dusk, circle the fire, and offer grain, coconut and a quiet intention to let something go.
Timing on 21 March
- Purnima tithi
- 21 Mar, 6:22 PM — 22 Mar, 4:13 PM
- Sunrise
- 6:43 AM
- Sunset
- 6:48 PM
- Abhijit Muhurat
- 12:21 PM — 1:10 PM
- Rahu Kaal
- 5:18 PM — 6:48 PM
- Nakshatra
- Purva Phalguni
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Calculated for Mumbai (Asia/Kolkata). Regional traditions may observe this date differently.