होली की बहुत-बहुत शुभकामनाएं। आप सभी के जीवन में हमेशा आनंद और उमंग का रंग बरसे।

Wishing you all a happy and colourful Holi!

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2023

President Drouapadi Murmu described the festival as one of “joy and zeal” and stated that it represents “the vibrant colours and harmony of our diverse society.” President Murmu wished that this great festival of colours would bring everyone happiness, prosperity, and new energy.

उल्लास और उमंग के पर्व होली की सभी देशवासियों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।

स्नेह और भाईचारे का यह त्योहार हमारे विविधतापूर्ण समाज के जीवंत रंगों और सौहार्द का प्रतीक है।

मेरी मंगल कामना है कि रंगों का यह महापर्व सभी के जीवन में सुख, समृद्धि व नई ऊर्जा का संचार करे।

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 8, 2023

Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal wished people a happy Holi and said, “May this festival of colours bring you happiness, prosperity, and an abundance of joy. May the foundation of our society-wide brotherhood grow firmer.”

सभी देशवासियों को होली के पावन पर्व की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। रंगों का ये त्योहार आप सभी के जीवन में सुख-समृद्धि और ढेर सारी ख़ुशियाँ लाए। समाज में हमारे आपसी भाईचारे की नींव और मज़बूत हो।

— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) March 8, 2023

Amit Shah also took to Twitter to extend his best wishes to everyone celebrating the “festival of happiness.” “May this festival of joy imbue your lives with new vitality,” Amit Shah wrote.

रंग, उमंग, हर्ष और उल्लास के त्योहार होली की समस्त देशवासियों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।

खुशियों का यह त्योहार आप सभी के जीवन में नई ऊर्जा का संचार करे। pic.twitter.com/c5rlh0CRAt

— Amit Shah (Modi Ka Parivar) (@AmitShah) March 8, 2023

Rahul Gandhi, expressed his expectations that the festival of Holi will foster national unity.

होली का त्योहार सबके जीवन में नए रंग भरे, देश पर एकता का रंग चढ़े।

Wishing a very Happy Holi to everyone! pic.twitter.com/3v0mfpGVAR

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) March 8, 2023

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Holi 2023: Here are the 5 effective tips to protect your eyes while playing with colours

1. Wear sunglasses

When playing Holi, it’s a good idea to wear sunglasses or other eye protection. You can protect your eyes from the gulal and powder colours that can get into your eyes and hurt them by wearing eyeglasses.

2. Avoid wearing contact lenses

Holi is not a good time to wear contacts. If the colour does get into the eye, it sticks to the contact lenses and can cause damage that lasts longer, which can lead to more serious chemical damage. Also, any colour that gets on the lenses can leave a permanent mark on them, which means they have to be thrown away.

3. Avoid rubbing eyes

While playing Holi, try not to touch or rub your eyes. You might get the colour on your hands in your eyes. Any small thing in the eye that gets rubbed can cause a corneal abrasion, which is a painful scratch on the cornea that can get infected. If something gets in the eyes, the person should wash their hands well before touching their eyes or ask for help.

4. Put on some coconut oil

Coconut oil acts as a barrier that keeps dangerous colours from getting into our eyes. Just put a thick layer of coconut oil around your eyes and make sure it doesn’t get into your eyes. This will keep the colour from sticking to your eyes and the area around them. Then it’s easy to get rid of the colours.

5. Don’t try to treat yourself.

If you hurt your eye during Holi, it’s best to see an eye doctor. Not every eye drop is the same, and using the wrong eye drop can sometimes do more harm than good. If you get colour in your eye, you can safely wash it out with lubricating eye drops. When you use eye drops, it’s important to make sure they aren’t past their expiration date and haven’t been opened for more than a month. When you are having fun with colours, always try to tell the person not to get the colours near their eyes.

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“A simple, small test can prevent allergic reactions and reveal whether the colour you have purchased is harmful to the epidermis. Administer a small amount of colour to a non-exposed body area, such as behind the ear, and observe for any adverse reactions, advised Dr. Adarsh Kumar, a senior plastic and cosmetic surgeon.

“Notice if the skin colour changes at the application site. If there is a change or any allergy symptoms appear, this colour should not be used. “In the event of any problem, please contact a physician immediately,” Dr. Kumar advised.

“Such a test is beneficial for those who play Holi with coloured powders among family, acquaintances, or a small group. Additionally, when purchasing paint, one should choose colours with ingredient labels. Dr. Abhishek Shukla, secretary general of the international doctors’ association, stated that in this manner everyone will remain secure from chemically based dyes.

Regarding precautions to take on the day of playing with colour, doctors advised, “Applying a skin cream or oil to the skin prior to playing with colour and a homemade hair pack are effective ways to remain secure.”

Dos and don’ts to stay safe

# Apply little colour on any unexposed body part and look for any reaction

# Don’t purchase chemical colours

# Apply skin cream or oil on exposed body parts before playing colours

# Avoid putting colour in the eyes, hair or on scalp

# Also, check for ingredients on the colour sachets

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The Holi 2023 will be celebrated on March 8th, Wednesday. It is traditionally observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Phalguna, which falls in February or March. According to the Hindu lunar calendar, it falls on the Phalgun Purnima tithi, which begins at 04:17 p.m. on March 7th and finishes at 06:09 p.m. on March 8th.

Holi is an ideal time to enjoy vibrant natural colors. Natural Holi colors are made from organic and herbal materials, making them eco-friendly and safe for the environment. From traditional Holi gulaal to happy holi colours, these natural Holi colors can be used to produce a wide range of bright Holi festival colors. These colors not only protect the environment better, but they also look lovely when used on the skin or clothing. You may create lovely holi colour pictures with these organic Holi colours that will stay for years. Make this Holi celebration special by using natural colors!

How to make Holi Colors at Home?

Holi will be played using water, Holi powder colors, and gulaal color from the market or buying Holi colours online. But have you ever realized how harmful these artificial colours are to your skin and how are colours made?

Only organic colours and herbal colors for Holi made from items found around the home or in nature can be used to play Holi without any risk to your skin.

Here are some methods to make different colours at home and flowers used for making colours:

Yellow: For a yellow color, you need to mix turmeric and gram flour in a ratio of 1:2. Make sure to rub the mixture between your palms to ensure even mixing. The mixture can then be put through a strainer two to three times to get a fine texture.

To make wet yellow colours, you can add turmeric to water or boil marigolds in water. Being organic will produce greater coloring, so make sure the turmeric is.

Red: Turmeric and lemon juice can be mixed. Due to its acidic nature, lemon juice will make turmeric red. After that, you may put the mixture to dry in a well-ventilated area. Just make sure there isn’t any direct sunlight because that can bleach the mixture.

Red hibiscus flowers can also be crisply dried before being ground into a powder in a mixer. The quantity and quality of the colour can then be improved by mixing rice flour and red saffron in equal amounts.

Pomegranate peels can also be cooked in water to produce a red, wet colour.

Brown: To make a brown colour, boil 200 g of coffee with water. To remove the smell, mix rose water. However, keep in mind that coffee water will also leave stains.

Purple: Black carrots can be ground in a mixer and mixed with corn flour. After that, you can let it dry. Rose water can be added as well for fragrance.

Grey: To obtain the colour grey, utilize the seeds of Indian gooseberry or amla. Use the dry powder without worry by mixing it with corn flour.

Magenta: Beetroot slices can be chopped into pieces and boiled in water. Red onions are another option. Before using, strain the water and let it cool.

Green: For a dry green colour, mix henna powder with maida or rice flour. It can be mixed with water to create wet colors. Be aware that henna that has been mixed with water might leave stains on your skin and clothing.

Best ways to celebrate an Eco-friendly Holi

Enjoying an eco-friendly Holi is an excellent way to protect the environment while also enjoying the event in a sustainable manner. Here are some of the greatest ways to celebrate Holi in a sustainable manner:

• Burning Wood During Holika Dahan 

Use dry wood or cow dung cakes, which are sustainable and produce less toxic smoke, to start the Holika Dahan fire instead of chemical-based fuels.

• Use Natural Colors Rather Than Chemical-Based Colors 

Use the Natural and Organic Eco-Friendly Holi Color Made from Natural Substances Such as Henna, Turmeric, and Beetroot Rather Than Synthetic, Chemical-Based Colors.

• Share your natural colours with others 

Sharing your natural colours with others is a wonderful way to promote an eco-friendly Holi.

• Play dry Holi without using water 

As water is a limited resource, playing dry Holi is a wonderful method to Save Water.

• Avoid using plastic bags and balloons 

Plastic pollution is primarily caused by balloons and bags, which have to be avoided at all costs. Choose balloons that can be reused or washed.

• Avoid using unsafe products

Stay away from substances that might harm the environment and your health, such as alcohol and drugs.

• Apply body oil or lotion to the body

Using oil or lotion to protect the skin against the negative effects of chemically based colors.

• Put Hair Oil on Your Hair

Putting hair oil on your hair will shield it from the harmful effect of colored powders.

• Use goggles when playing Holi

To protect your eyes from the damaging effects of the coloured powder for Holi. Use organic eye care products as well.

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Frequently Asked Questions –

1. What is the significance of eco-friendly Holi?

Holi is eco-friendly and is important because it decreases pollution and waste while also helping to protect the environment for future generations.

   2. What precautions should be followed during Holi?

Applying sunscreen, oiling hair, using eco-friendly Holi colors, staying hydrated, keeping a first aid kit close by, and avoiding harmful products are some safety precautions for Holi.

    3. How can Holi be played without colors?

Enjoy Holi without using color by taking part in non-colorful activities like making traditional Holi sweets, dancing, or listening to music.

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