Key points
- The festival highlights significance of diversity: Pakistan premier
- Hindu community rejoice in the spirit of Holi
- Holi is celebrated at the end of winter, on the last full moon of the lunar month
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended his heartfelt greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan as they celebrated the Holi festival.
The festival, which heralds the start of spring, is observed at the end of the winter season on the last full moon of the lunar month.
“The vibrant energy that surrounds this festivity marks the arrival of spring, symbolizing love and the triumph of good over evil,” the prime minister posted on his X timeline.
I extend my heartfelt greetings to our Hindu community in Pakistan on the joyous occasion of Holi.
The vibrant energy that surrounds this festivity mark the arrival of spring, symbolizing love and the triumph of good over evil.
While celebrating new beginnings, renewal, and the…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) March 14, 2025
New beginnings
The prime minister said that while celebrating new beginnings, renewal, and the strengthening of relationships, this occasion also highlighted the significance of diversity and the power of inclusion in building a stronger, more unified nation.
“May this festival of colours fill your lives with happiness, health success, and prosperity. Happy Holi!, ” he remarked.
According to local media, Krishna Mandir has been decorated with colourful lights while extraordinary security arrangements have been made with the support of local district administration and police.
Symbolising joy
During the festivities, the Hindu community will cut a cake and rejoice in the spirit of Holi at Krishna Mandir. The festival is marked by men, women, and children applying colours to one another, symbolising joy and vibrancy in life.
Additionally, rituals will also be performed at temples and homes.
Earlier, the Sindh government has declared a two-day holiday for Hindu employees on the occasion of Holi, allowing them to celebrate the festival without work-related obligations. According to an official notification, the holidays will be observed on Thursday and Friday, providing ample time for festivities.
The holiday aims to ensure that Hindu employees can fully participate in the celebrations, which include traditional rituals, gatherings, and the iconic throwing of coloured powders.
