Holi is one of the important festival of Hindus. It's a festival of colors. It's a festival of joy and fun. According to legends, it was started when demon king's sister who had a divine shield against fire was burnt while trying to kill her nephew Prahlad with fire. Prahlad was the son of Hiranakashyap, the demon king who was invincible. He became tyrant. His son Prahlad was devotee of Lord Vishnu. So, he tried to kill him in many ways. In the end his sister was killed and he was also killed by Lord Vishnu.
This was the festival of farmers and people of old times. This legends were added later. So, basically it was a festival of enjoyment and had no religious connection. People on this day color others and celebrate with lots of sweets, snacks, beverages etc. This is the festival of increasing fraternity but some people do not care about moral values. They do anti-social activities which harms themselves and others. Such things should be avoided. Life is too short for enjoyment. There are only a few days in life which one can enjoy. So, everyone should realize that live and let live is the utmost principle of life.
Happy Holi to everyone. May this festival make your life full of vibrant colors.
