Top headlines of the day | 18 March 2022

There is an atmosphere of joy everywhere regarding Holi. Many people come to Mathura and Vrindavan to see Holi, but there is a place in Bihar where ‘Ghoomar’ Holi is played even today. This Holi, celebrated in Bangaon of Kahra block, just eight kilometers away from Saharsa district headquarters, has a different style. In this ‘Ghoomar’ Holi, people ride on each other’s shoulders and celebrate with great pomp. Although even today many people do not know about it.

Like Vrindavan, the Ghoomar Holi here is beautiful. The Holi of Bangaon is famous as ‘Ghoomar’ Holi. The ‘Ghoomar’ Holi of Bangaon, started by Sant Laxminath Gosai, is as famous as the Lathmar Holi of Braj. People from the whole village gather near Lalit Bungalow located in the first village. After this, everyone reaches the Bhagwati courtyard and enjoys Holi.