He participated in the divine Bhasma Aarti and offered prayers. Rampal expressed joy at witnessing the sacred ritual for the first time. The Bhasma Aarti, performed during Brahma Muhurta ...

Also known as ‘Masan (cremation ground) ki Holi’, in this age-old unique tradition in Varanasi, the celebrations took place on the iconic Harshchandra Ghat.

Hence, there is a tradition of worshiping one’s deity and chanting mantras is recommended during Holika Dahan. The bhasma (ash) that one obtains after Holika Dahan is not ordinary; it is considered ...