Holika Dahan 2025: Although Holi, the colorful festival of colors, is observed all over the world, India is the country where the custom of Holika Dahan is most widely observed. It represents the victory of right over wrong.

On the full moon day of the Phalgun month, Holika Dahan, also known as Chhoti Holi, occurs one day before the vibrant Holi festivities. The next day is Dhulendi, or Dhulandi, when people customarily play with colors. The triumph of good over evil and the coming of spring are celebrated with delight. This year, on March 13, 2025, Holika Dahan, also known as Chhoti Holi, will be celebrated.

Since Bhadra’s influence will last until late at night on the day of Chhoti Holi, its presence this year might lead to uncertainty over when Holika Dahan festivities should take place. See the Bhadra Kaal Timings below to determine when to burn Holika under the shadow of Bhadra on the day of Holika Dahan:

Holika Dahan 2025: The timings of Bhadra Kaal on Chhoti Holi Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025

– From 06:57 to 08:14 PM on Holika Dahan 2025, Bhadra Punchha

– From 08:14 PM to 10:22 PM on Holika Dahan 2025, Bhadra Mukha

When Should Holika Be Burnt on Chhoti Holi, According to Holika Dahan 2025?
On Choti Holi, the Shubh Muhurat to burn Holika will take place from 11:26 PM on March 13, 2025, until 12:29 AM on March 14, 2025. Holika Dahan will be celebrated for a total of one hour and two minutes.

Why Is Holika Dahan 2025 Not Celebrated During Bhadra?
Hindu texts state that ill luck results from carrying out fortunate activities during Bhadra. One such example is Ravana, who performed a Yagna during Bhadra, which eventually led to his demise. The Bhadra Mukha phase, which is linked to destruction, is seen as especially unlucky.

Holika Dahan should be conducted at Pradosh Kaal, which is the evening after sunset, in order to prevent the bad consequences of Bhadra. By ensuring that the ceremony is performed at a favorable moment, this timing fosters pleasure and success.

The ceremony should only be performed while Bhadra Puncha, the latter part of Bhadra, is active or when Bhadra is absent if Bhadra is present during Pradosh Kaal. By avoiding Bhadra’s bad effects, this strategic scheduling makes it possible to have a prosperous and fortunate Holika Dahan celebration.