Wearing White Clothes On Holi Just A Trend Or Religious Belief? Let’s Find Out – News18

As soon as Falgun month begins, people start preparing for the festival of colours, Holi. Holika Dahan is celebrated on the full moon day of Falgun month, while Holi is played the next day. The celebration of Holi will take place on March 25 this year. On this day, it is customary to worship many gods and goddesses at different places. For Holika Puja, people begin preparing far in advance. During Holi, have you noticed people mostly wear white clothes? Are you aware of the reason behind it? Is wearing white clothing during Holi a fashion statement or is there a religious significance to it? Today, let’s take a look into this.

According to Dr Gaurav Kumar Dixit, president of the Shukar Kshetra Foundation and astrologer, the festival of Holi is a symbol of brotherhood. White is a symbol of peace and tranquillity. On the day of Holi, it’s claimed that we should put aside our differences and greet one another with positivity.

As per astrology, white clothes keep a person mentally calm and composed; apart from this, one remains free from all kinds of worries and fears.

What is the religious significance?

According to religious belief, it is said that on the occasion of Holi, Rahu becomes furious, due to which people sometimes fall into bad company. Negative energy comes into that person. A person’s language becomes extremely harsh, and his family relations also deteriorate. Therefore, to avoid the wrath of Rahu, white clothes are worn on the occasion of Holi. The festival of Holi holds special importance in Sanatan Dharma. On this day, people living in different states also come to their homes to celebrate the festival of Holi. On this day, people show friendship and brotherhood by applying colours to each other.

Apart from this, white is a colour that symbolises peace. The white colour is considered a symbol of brotherhood, peace, happiness, and prosperity. Wearing white-coloured clothes gets rid of the heat. The festival of Holi comes at a time when the weather starts getting hotter, so, in such a situation, white colour gives one coolness, and other colours are easily visible on white-coloured clothes. Holi is considered a celebration of happiness and enthusiasm and is one of the most-awaited festivals in India.