Kamala Harris expresses Well Wishes To Hindu Community On Holi

United States (US) first female Vice president Kamala Harris has extended Holi greetings to all the Hindu community out there.

Taking to Twitter, Harris wrote, “Happy Holi! Holi is best known for vibrant colours that are tossed at friends and loved ones. Full of joy, Holi is all about positivity, setting aside our differences, and coming together. A message that’s been embodied by communities across the world during these tough times.”

Happy Holi! Holi is best known for vibrant colors that are tossed at friends and loved ones. Full of joy, Holi is all about positivity, setting aside our differences, and coming together. A message that’s been embodied by communities across the world during these tough times.

— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) March 28, 2021

Holi is considered one of the most celebrated festivals among Hindus. It is also called the “festival of love” as people spread colours and unite together, forgetting all evil thoughts.

According to sources, Holi has been derived from the word ‘Holika’. The event is not new, it was celebrated in the past we well. Historians say that it was celebrated by all Aryans but more so in Eastern areas of India. A detailed history is derived from early religious works such as Jaimini’s Purvamimamsa-Sutras and Kathaka-Grhya-Sutras.

The Holi event begins on the last full moon day of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month. It lasts for two days.

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