South Asia erupts in colour for vibrant Holi celebrations

Millions of people in South Asia celebrated Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, by smearing each other with brightly coloured powder, dancing to festive music, and feasting on traditional sweets. The raucous spring festival signifies the end of winter and the triumph of good over evil, with origins in Hindu mythology celebrating the divine love between Krishna and Radha. People across the region, dressed in white, engaged in lively celebrations through the throwing of coloured powder, water balloons, and flower petals, as well as lighting bonfires to symbolize the victory of good over evil.

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