India's Three Biggest Festivals, Most Awaiting March Starts Now!
Sujeet kumar | Mar 02, 2025, 01:21 IST
The month of March has started, and spring is also at its peak, the leaves of the trees are blooming with their leaves, which are falling apart day by day and leading to the month “Patjhad”. The importance of this month is very different and special from other months because in this month India's most special and special day is celebrated, for which everyone waits till the heart so let us know in detail about this special month.The two of these festivals have a very special relation with each other, because two of them are one of is Hindu’s and other Muslim’s festival, which are celebrated in different ways in both the religions, and it is quite a coincidence that after many years, both the festivals are falling in the same month. And the third one is very popular in our country as “India ka Tyohar”. Now Let's Discuss and know these all, one by one.
Holi :
People are Playing Holi
A bonfire lit the night before Holi that symbolizes the victory of good over evil, and every year everyone starts a new by forgetting one’s mistakes and apologies their own mistakes and a new start from The Day of Holi, This is celebrated on the last full moon day of the Hindu Lunisolar calendar, which varies with the lunar cycle. It typically comes in March, sometimes in February as per the Gregorian calendar.
And This year also this is celebrated in the month of march.Holi is more than just a visual spectacle. People wear their oldest clothes because they know they can't avoid getting covered in color by throwing colored powder and water at each other.
It signifies the arrival of spring, a time of renewal and rebirth. The vibrant colors symbolize fertility, abundance, and the joy of life. Sharing sweets like Gujiya and Dahi Vada adds to the festive spirit.
There were also many stories behind this festival, one of which is on Prahalad and HiranyaKashyap, In which HiranyaKashyap was killed by Lord Vishnu fourth Awtar “Narsingha Awtar”. "Narasingha" literally translates to "man-lion" in Sanskrit. This Awtar depicts Vishnu with the body of a man and the head of a lion.
Eid- ul- Fitr:
Muslim Community, Reading Namaj on Eid
Ramadan is a month of fasting and spiritual reflection for Muslims, while Holi is a Hindu festival of colors signifying the triumph of good over evil, with a strong emphasis on joyous celebration and community gathering; the only significant similarity is that both festivals are times for communal bonding and sharing meals with loved ones.
During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food, drink, and sexual activity during daylight hours, engaging in increased prayer and charity.
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting, and is celebrated during the first three days of Shawwāl, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar (though the Muslim use of a lunar calendar means that it may fall in any season of the year). On the Final day of ‘Ramdan’
which means the festival of the breaking of the fast. It begins when the new Moon is seen in the sky. Many Muslims will attend Eid prayers at their mosque. Children are sometimes given presents and new clothes.
Indian Premier League:
IPL Logo With Participating Teams
It will start this month, as we said earlier that this month has three India’s important festivals.
The IPL 2025 season will kick off on March 22, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Sunday. Into its 18th season, the Indian Premier League (IPL) is the most lucrative franchise-based T20 cricket tournament in the world.
Youngsters are huge fans of the IPL due to its fast-paced, exciting format, celebrity players, accessible online viewing, strong social media presence, team loyalty, and the cultural phenomenon it creates, allowing them to connect with peers through shared passion for the sport and their favorite teams during the tournament.
It is considered "special" because it blends cricket with entertainment, creating a spectacle that attracts a massive global audience, thanks to its fast-paced T20 format, celebrity involvement, high-profile players from around the world, and a strong focus on fan engagement, making it more than just a sporting event; it's a major cultural phenomenon in India and beyond.