A day after U.P. chief minister Yogi Adityanath praised rich tradition of Holi in Braj, the focus was on Rangeeli Gali of Barsana in Mathura district on Saturday when lathi-clad women from the town came down on men from nearby Nandgaon village on the occasion of famed Lathmar Holi. The fervour reached its zenith on Friday when the CM attended Laddoo-maar Holi. Momentum was set and it was festivity all around in Barsana town on Saturday for Lathmar Holi. “Forty-day festivities of Holi begin on ‘Basant Panchami’. Temples and houses witness ‘Holi gayan’ (singing Holi songs) and initially it is Holi with ‘gulal’ (colour powder), which transforms into celebrations with coloured water after ‘Rangbharni Ekadashi’,” says Padma Shri Mohan Swaroop Bhatia, a Braj literature expert. At Barsana, Holi revellers from Nandgaon sang and danced on Holi songs as women dressed as Gopi wielded ‘lathi’ amidst chants of ‘Radha Rani Ki Jai’ during the day. The day began with men from Nandgaon reaching ‘Priya Kund’ in Barsana and were welcomed by residents of Barsana. Sounds of baton falling on ‘dhal’ (shield) filled locations of Phool Gali, Sudama Bagh, Radha Bagh Marg besides Rangeeli Gali. Meanwhile, elaborate security arrangements were made for the occasion as lakhs of devotees turned up for these two days. Besides police, PAC personnel were also deployed. CCTV cameras and drones were also used in Barsana. There were separate entry and exit and holding areas were created to control the crowd. Venerated as incarnations of Hindu deities, India’s sacred cows are also being touted as agents of energy transition by a government determined to promote biogas production to cut its dependence on coal. It is an understatement to say that Nakul Kumar Sardana is proud of his new plant in Barsana, in India’s northern Uttar Pradesh state. Primarily because it occupies “one of the holiest sites in the world,” said the vice-president of a biomass joint venture between India’s Adani Group and France’s TotalEnergies SE. A four-hour drive south of the smog-filled capital, New Delhi, among fields bristling with brickyard smokestacks, the small town of Barsana welcomes pilgrims who come to honor the Hindu goddess Radha. Sardana is also proud because his methanization plant that opened in March is the “most technologically advanced and the largest biogas facility” in India. It was built in Barsana to be as close as possible to its raw fuel — cattle dung and harvest stubble. “This region is home to a million cows,” Sardana said. “Their dung has been used as fuel for centuries in cooking.” Cows have been blamed for contributing to global warming because they produce methane — a powerful greenhouse gas — in their manure or when they belch. In this case, the region is finding a creative use for the waste produced by the cattle, which are used for their milk. Eating them is taboo for many Hindus. Stalks left behind after the rice harvest — which would otherwise be burned — join the slurry. “Farmers are traditionally burning them, creating smog and pollution,” Sardana said. “In using natural waste, we are not only producing compressed biogas, but also high-quality organic fertilizer.” Long lines of tractors dump dung and straw in the factory’s tanks, from which 10 tonnes of gas and 92 tonnes of fertilizer are produced each day. In its endless quest for power to fuel its economic growth, the world’s most populous nation — and third-largest fossil fuel polluter — has pushed biogas to achieve a much-promised transition to carbon neutrality by 2070. In 2018, the government set itself an ambitious goal of building 5,000 biogas plants in six years. Despite generous subsidies and the introduction of a buyback guarantee, the project attracted little initial interest — until the government forced the hand of producers. From April next year, at least 1 percent of liquid gas fueling vehicles and used for domestic use must be biogas — rising to 5 percent by 2028. That prompted a response from key players, starting with billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani — both close to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi — eyeing lucrative public contracts. Ambani promised his Reliance Industries Ltd would build 55 biogas plants by the end of 2025 to convert “food producers to energy producers” and generate 30,000 jobs. His rival Adani plans to invest about US$200 million in the sector in the next three to five years. “The government is pushing to convert waste for the wealth of the country,” said Suresh Manglani, CEO of Adani Total Gas Ltd. The International Energy Agency said that China and India are leading global growth in bioenergy, seen as one solution to mitigate global heating. Even though biofuel remains more expensive than conventional gas, Indian production is expected to grow by 88 percent by 2030, it the agency said. Biogas is considered a clean energy because the waste used to produce it is completely natural, said Suneel Pandey, director of circular economy and waste management at The Energy and Resources Institute, a New Delhi-based research institute. It is “a sustainable solution to make wealth from waste,” he said. However, the contribution of biogas to India’s transition away from heavily polluting coal — currently fueling nearly 70 percent of electricity — would be relatively small. India plans to more than double the share of gas in its energy mix — from 6 to 15 percent by 2030, but the bulk of that would be liquefied natural gas (LNG), with Adani and TotalEnergies opening an LNG port on India’s eastern coast at Dhamra. Burning gas to produce electricity also releases damaging emissions, although less than coal and oil. Total said its backing of biogas is more about environmental responsibility than commercial opportunity. “Biogas goes way beyond figures and business plans,” TotalEnergies chairman and managing director for India Sangkaran Ratnam said. “It has also a tremendously positive knock-on effect on the rural communities in terms of jobs, in terms of care for the environment, and alternative forms of income,” he said. Tejpreet Chopra, head of renewable energy company Bharat Light and Power Pvt Ltd, said the biogas market is “small in the big picture of things” but the “potential is huge.” However, the investments required are vast. The Barsana plant cost US$25 million, while the price of biogas remains uncompetitive: US$14 per cubic meter, compared with US$6 for LNG. Yet Sardana said he is more convinced than ever that biogas is key. “We will learn the nuts and bolts of it and improve all processes,” he said. “We stop wasting energy, we create rural jobs, and we are contributing to a more sustainable environment.” The Mathura-Vrindavan Development Authority (MVDA) is awaiting technical clearance from an expert team at IIT Roorkee before resuming operations of the ropeway at Radha Rani Temple in Barsana provided a convenient way to reach the hilltop temple (Sourced) The ropeway provided a convenient way to reach the hilltop temple Chief minister Yogi Adityanath also used it during his visit for Laddoo Holi on March 7 three trolleys lost control and crashed at the base station while descending Though passengers survived with minor injuries Mathura police registered a case against four individuals and in-charge officer of the managing company the MVDA sought a detailed investigation from IIT Roorkee to determine the cause and recommend safety measures calling engineers from Kolkata for repairs MVDA officials stated that the ropeway will resume only after technical clearance from IIT Roorkee whose experts are expected in Barsana on March 25 visitors must climb 251 stairs to reach Radha Rani Temple inaugurated by CM Yogi Adityanath on Janmashtami last year was developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model at a cost of ₹15.89 crore The project was first proposed in 2016 during the Samajwadi Party regime but required clearance from the National Green Tribunal (NGT due to tree felling ten times the number of trees cut were replanted with photographic evidence submitted to secure NGT approval While the rest of the nation awaits Holi in mid-March Braj—with Mathura at its epicentre—has already been immersed in the festival’s colours since Basant Panchami A vibrant scene from the previous years’ Holi celebrations in Braj region (File) In Braj reaching its peak this week with the much-anticipated Lathmar Holi at Barsana and Nandgaon especially with expectations of chief minister Yogi Adityanath’s visit to Mathura Each region has its own set of Holi practices and for Braj region it is Laddu Mar Holi and Lathmar Holi With the 40-day Holi celebrations beginning on Basant Panchami when Laddu Mar Holi will take place at the renowned Ladliji Temple (Radha Rani Temple) in Barsana believed to be the birthplace of Radha Rani The Laddu Mar Holi tradition also includes an invitation to the people of Nandgaon (Krishna’s village) by Barsana residents setting the stage for the Lathmar Holi on March 8 at Rangili Gali Barsana Holi participants will head to Nandgaon for the continuation of Lathmar Holi CM Yogi Adityanath has regularly participated in Braj’s Holi celebrations except during the COVID-19 pandemic and election years Speculation is high that he will visit Barsana for Laddu Mar Holi on March 7 the focus will shift to Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi where Phoolon Ki Holi (Holi of Flowers) will be celebrated adding to the temple’s spiritual significance the festival moves to Raman Reti in Gokul and Dwarkadhish Temple followed by Holi celebrations at the Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan on March 12 The narrow lanes of Vrindavan will be alive with Holi songs and colours Mathura joins the rest of the nation for Holika Dahan before India officially celebrates Holi on March 14 The grand Huranga celebration at Dauji Temple in Baldev takes place on March 16 followed by Holi events at Nandgaon (March 16) and Jaav (March 17) The Charkula dance on March 18 and the Holi Mahotsav at Rangji Temple (March 22) mark the festival’s conclusion During the initial days of Holi in Mathura only dry colours (gulal) are used—no water—until Rangbharni Ekadashi after which colours mixed with water are splashed on devotees in temples across Braj “Such is the charm of Lathmar Holi at Barsana that British Collector F.S Growse rode 40 kilometers on horseback just to witness the festival firsthand,” said Padma Shri awardee Mohan Swaroop Bhatia the small town of Barsana comes alive during Lathmar Holi Women dressed in traditional attire wield sticks (lathis) and playfully strike the men from Nandgaon is a centuries-old tradition,” Bhatia added widows in Vrindavan led a life devoid of colours and were excluded from Holi celebrations social reforms have allowed them to participate Vrindavan’s widows celebrate Holi with as much enthusiasm as others Walking on fire – the fiery ritual at Falain Among the many unique Holi traditions in Braj the fire-walking ritual at Falain village (near Kosi Kalan “This spectacular event recalls the legend of Prahlad who emerged unscathed from the fire with Holika’s blessings—believed to be the origin of the festival’s name a chosen panda (priest) takes a dip in the Prahlad Kund before walking barefoot across a bed of burning embers A defining feature of Braj Holi is the Huranga at Dauji Temple in Baldev which takes place after the main Holi celebrations women tear the clothes of men (Gops) and playfully beat them with the torn fabric The temple’s floors turn into a pond of tesu (yellow flower)-infused water drenching the participants in a riot of yellow hues,” shared a Brajwasi MATHURA: The vibrant festival of Laddu Mar Holi kicked off with great enthusiasm on Friday at the Shri Ladliji Maharaj temple in Barsana This marks the beginning of Holi celebrations in Barsana which is renowned for its unique Holi traditions The temple premises resonated with devotional songs and chants as priests and devotees participated in the age-old ritual One of the highlights of Barsana’s Holi celebrations is the famous ‘Lathmar Holi’ reenacting Krishna’s legendary visit to Radha’s village Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated Rangotsav 2025 at Shri Radha Bihari Inter College in Barsana and showered the gathered crowd with flower petals Adityanath said that after the development activities carried out in Ayodhya and Prayagraj it was now the turn of Mathura and Vrindavan to witness the revival and the state government would spare no effort to develop the region He offered prayers at Shri Radha Bihari Inter College in Barsana “Those who come to Barsana are getting the facility of the ropeway for the first time Development works worth 100 crores are ongoing There won’t be any stone unturned to develop this region Now there is a BJP government in Delhi and Yamuna will be cleaned up.” The Uttar Pradesh CM extended his greetings ahead of Holi in the state The unity of Sanatan dharma and the gathering was witnessed by the world Despite many people raising rumours about Sanatan dharma the believers proved them wrong It is great fortune that UP is the birthplace of Lord Ram and Lord Krishna.” He further said that those who visited Mahakumbh and Ayodhya and now in Barsana are witnessing the development works carried out under PM Modi He further said that Holi is a festival of uniting people “The message of Mahakumbh is further strengthened by Holi All the problems will be taken care by the double engine government,” he added Also Read: ’52 Friday namaz in a year, but only one Holi; remain indoors if uncomfortable’: Sambhal CO Agra Devotees will no longer have to climb over 200 stairs to reach the Radha Rani Temple located on a hillock in Barsana as Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath will inaugurate the much-awaited ‘rope way’ in Barsana on August 25 Rope Way trial (Sourced file photo) The long awaited ‘rope way’ will provide massive relief to devotees from August 25 onwards as they will easily reach Radha Rani temple known as village of Radha Rani and hosting the famous ‘Latha Maar Holi’ every year The trial has been done for this ‘rope way’ project executed by the Mathura Vrindavan Development Authority (MVDA) under Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode at a cost of ₹15.89 crore Two towers have been built for the project and a dozen trollies Germany and China are all set to move between them claimed official from Mathura Vrindavan Development Authority (MVDA) lower and upper will connect the 300- metre long rope way which will have trollies covering the distance within three minutes Each trolley will carry maximum six visitors and three trollies will be operational at a given time A new set of stairs is being laid alongside the rope way track so that those capable of walking can climb 275 stairs to reach the spot near the platform along side the tower The idea for rope way cropped up in 2016 during Samajwadi Party regime in the state but required clearance from the National Green Tribunal because it involved felling of trees To compensate felling of trees for the rope way 10 times the number of trees felled were grown nearby and their photographs were submitted to the NGT to have clearance. Barsana is a spot declared ‘teerth’ (pilgrimage) by chief minister Yogi Adityanath after he came to power in 2017 Many hold Barsana as the village of Radha and according to tradition about a week ahead of the traditional Holi ‘huriyare’ (holi revellers) from Nandgaon reach Barsana for a day to celebrate Holi and are welcomed by baton wielding ‘gopi’ (friends of Radha) these huriyare of Nandgaon wear colourful headgear amidst singing of Holi folk songs This spectacle is famous as Latha-maar Holi and is a major attraction not only for devotees but even for foreign tourists The rope way will facilitate devotees on Latha-maar Holi and other festivals like Radha-ashtami when lakhs gather to offer prayers at this temple Laddu Holi Barsana 2025: Experience the unique Holi celebrations in Braj particularly in Barsana where Lord Krishna's divine pastimes with Radha Rani come alive through vibrant festivities and the Laddu Mar Holi tradition at Shri Ladli Ji Mahal Temple Laddu Holi Barsana 2025: Holi celebrations in Braj This region holds great significance as it is the place where Lord Krishna performed divine pastimes with Radha Rani The Laddu Mar Holi tradition commemorates Krishna's playful nature This tradition lives on at the Shri Ladli Ji Mahal Temple in Barsana Visitors flock to Braj to experience the vibrant festivities immersing themselves in the region's rich history and spiritual significance significance and rituals of Laddu Mar Holi below: Laddu Mar Holi will be observed on 7th March 2025 Laddu Mar Holi is a unique celebration that honours the playful nature of Lord Krishna this tradition began when Lord Krishna visited Barsana to celebrate Holi with Radharani and the gopis the women had a sweet surprise in store for Krishna the gopis and Radharani threw laddoos and sweets at Krishna as he approached the palace entrance Krishna happily and playfully accepted the sweet onslaught This joyful encounter marked the beginning of the Ladoo Mar Holi tradition which continues to be celebrated with great enthusiasm and sweetness The tradition is a testament to the loving and playful relationship between Krishna and the women of Barsana Barsana's Holi celebrations commemorate Lord Krishna's divine pastimes with Radha Rani The Ladoo Mar Holi tradition has been enthusiastically celebrated in Barsana for centuries Devotees from the area gather at the temple where they playfully shower each other with Laddu Prasadam a sweet offering considered a blessing from Srimati Radharani This joyful celebration continues for hours into the evening The festivities recreate the divine pastimes of Sri Krishna and Radharani through music and dance The atmosphere is filled with love and devotion to the Divine Couple As devotees sing bhajans and perform traditional dances they relive the playful banter between Krishna and the gopis Ladoo Mar Holi is a vibrant celebration of love devotion and the eternal bond between Radha Rani and Krishna (Disclaimer: This is based on general public information Jagran English does not confirm its veracity ALSO READ: Braj Holi 2025 Schedule: Check Dates And Events For 40-Day Rangotsav Festival In Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon And Mathura ALSO READ: Braj Holi 2025: 5 Famous Temples In Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana And Nandgaon That You MUST Visit To Witness Festival Of Colours Jagran English brings you all the latest and breaking news from India and around the world Follow english.jagran.com to stay updated with the latest English news showing a narrow passage crowded with devotees near a temple which claims to depict a scene from the Maha Kumbh Mela Let’s investigate the truth behind this claim Claim: A video of a crowd of devotees is from the Maha Kumbh Mela in a narrow passage Fact: The video in question shows a crowd at Shri Radha Rani Temple in Barsana Though a stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh Mela this video is not related to that incident To verify the claim, we conducted a reverse image search, which led us to an Instagram post by Shyam Sundar Goswami The same video was uploaded on 01 January 2025—much before the Maha Kumbh Mela began he mentioned that the video shows an event in Barsana a town in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura district Further research led us to a live stream from Goswami’s official Facebook account showing a large number of devotees who gathered at Shri Radha Rani Temple in Barsana on New Year’s Day This stream features multiple locations that correspond with the ones seen in the viral video confirming that the footage is from Barsana Goswami reaches a narrow passage with a staircase featuring a steel railing on one side and a signboard reading “Joota Ghar” (shoe bank) on the other These distinct landmarks match precisely with those shown in the viral video further confirming the origin of the footage A side-by-side comparison of both videos is presented below a large number of devotees visited these three significant pilgrimage sites—Varanasi the viral video has no connection to 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While we have taken all measures to ensure that the information provided in this article and on our social media channels is credible and expert verified, we recommend you consult a doctor or your dermatologist before trying a home remedy, quick hack or exercise regime. For any feedback or complaint, reach out to us at compliant_gro@jagrannewmedia.com This Website Follows The DNPA’s Code Of Conduct For Any Feedback Or Complaint, Email To compliant_gro@jagrannewmedia.com This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said after Kashi and Ayodhya it is now Mathura’s turn to witness large-scale development Chief minister Yogi Adityanath at the inauguration of ‘Rangotsav 2025’ in Barsana on Friday (HT) “There will be no paucity of funds for the development of Mathura and provisions have been already made in the (state) budget this time After vast development in Ayodhya and Kashi and with the government having successfully organised the Mahakumbh at Prayagraj it is now the turn of Mathura and its teerth (pilgrimage sites) to see development on a large scale,” the chief minister said The chief minister was in Mathura district’s Barsana to be part of Laddoo Holi at Radha Rani or Ladliji Temple He offered prayers at Radha Rani temple which he reached by ropeway Adityanath said schemes to the tune of ₹100 crore are already on for the development of Mathura Referring to the BJP’s victory in the Delhi assembly polls last month he also said as Rambhakts (devotees of Lord Ram) were in power in Delhi now the day is not far when Yamuna’s purity reminiscent of the days of Lord Krishna will be restored and the river will flow as pure as the Ganga He noted that sadhus in Mathura and Vrindavan were concerned over the plight of the Yamuna “Now with Rambhakts (BJP) in power in Delhi the day is not far when the Yamuna will revive and the time will come when the Yamuna will also flow as pure as the Ganga The days when Lord Krishna used to perform ‘leela’ (acts) on the Yamuna will be soon revived,” the chief minister said Ayodhya and Mathura and the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who stresses on both ‘virsat’ (heritage) and vikas (development),” said the chief minister who inaugurated “Rangotsav -2025” organised by UP Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad Beginning his address with “Radhey Rani ki jai Yogi Adityanath said the Mahakumbh at Prayagraj broke all records of success with credit going to the followers of Sanatan (Dharma) and sadhus worldwide “The grand success of Mahakumbh was unprecedented negativity and false propaganda against the Mahakumbh but the believers in Sanatan said that they were not influenced by such a negative campaign against the Mahakumbh and took a holy dip in record numbers,” the chief minister added The Mahakumbh strengthened unity among Sanatan believers and the festival of Holi will take it further He extended Holi greetings before concluding his speech and flying to Agra The chief minister was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh ministers Laxmi Narain Chaudhary and Sandeep Singh Barsana hosts the world famous Laddoo-Maar (Friday) and Latha-Maar Holi (Saturday) Lakhs of devotees turn up in Mathura where Holi is a 40-day affair beginning from Basant Panchami and ends with Holi Utsav at Rangji Temple in Vrindavan on March 22 Lathmar Holi 2025 Dates: Experience the vibrant Lathmar Holi in Barsana re-enacting Radha Rani and Lord Krishna's divine pastimes Check out the dates and significance of Lathmar Holi celebrations below Lathmar Holi 2025: Experience the unique Lathmar Holi celebration in Barsana a vibrant and thrilling event that combines fun this festival is a must-visit for a one-of-a-kind experience re-enacting a legendary tale of Radha Rani and Lord Krishna's divine pastimes This lively and entertaining celebration is a highlight of the Holi festival If you're looking for an unforgettable experience head to Barsana and immerse yourself in the joy and excitement of Lathmar Holi Check the dates for Laddu Maar and Lathmar Holi celebrations in Barsana and Nandgaon below: Holi in Braj is a one-of-a-kind celebration that attracts tourists worldwide This 40-day extravaganza showcases diverse traditions that recreate Lord Krishna's divine pastimes in the land where he grew up Each Holi festival in Braj has its own unique story where visitors are showered with laddus and Lathmaar Holi where women from Barsana chase away colour-throwers These traditions transport you back to Krishna's magical Holi celebrations in Braj where he played Holi and captured everyone's hearts The festivities in Braj are a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage and its deep connection with Lord Krishna Laddu Maar and Lathmar Holi in Barsana and Nandgaon celebrate Radha Rani and Lord Krishna's divine pastimes showcasing playful and vibrant traditions that embody love and devotion Lathmaar Holi began when Radharani and the gopis chased Krishna away with sticks in Barsana while Ladoo Mar Holi celebrates Krishna's playful pastimes when Krishna visited Barsana to play Holi with Radharani and the gopis they surprised him by throwing laddoos and sweets instead of colours Krishna happily accepted this sweet onslaught marking the beginning of the Ladoo Mar Holi tradition Lathmaar Holi commemorates the playful chase between Krishna and the gopis showcasing the deep bond between the divine couple and their devotees ALSO READ: Braj Holi 2025 Schedule: Check Dates And Events For 40-Day Rangotsav Festival In Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon And Mathura Mathura: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath kickstarted ‘Rangotsav 2025’ in Barsana where he said that after the development activities in Ayodhya and Prayagraj it is now the turn of Mathura and Vrindavan we have made a special provision in the budget You can be assured — keep blessing us… Now it is the turn of ‘Brajbhoomi’,” he said in a post on X CM Yogi offered prayers at the Shri Ladli Ji Maharaj Temple before officially commencing the Rangotsav celebrations with flowers and Laddu Mar Holi Highlighting the spiritual and cultural significance of Braj “Sri Radha Rani and Leeladhari Lord Krishna are present in every dust and particle of Brajbhoomi which has been infusing India’s eternal culture with new energy for the last 5,000 years.” The grand celebrations of ‘Rangotsav 2025’ in Barsana are the start of Holi “Best wishes to all the people of the state and the country on the holy festival of Holi He further described the divine essence of Brajbhoomi The confluence of these three makes our ‘Brajbhoomi’ sacred.” Referring to the ongoing transformation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi “The new tradition of ‘virasat’ (heritage) and ‘vikas’ (development) that Honorable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji has introduced since 2014 is evident here in Barsana “Victory to Sri Vrishbhanu Dulari Sri Kirtida Kumari I was blessed to witness and worship the divine form of Shri Radha Rani Ji in Barsana the holy land of Leeladhari Lord Shri Krishna Playing Holi with flowers alongside devotees was a moment of immense joy May the blessings of Shri Ladli Ji Maharaj be upon all.” The spirit of Holi has engulfed the city of Lord Krishna with Laddu Mar Holi being celebrated in Barsana on Friday CM Yogi actively participated in the festivities devotees from across India and abroad gathered in Barsana to partake in the vibrant celebrations Many praised the arrangements and the joyous atmosphere of the festival Please enter your username or email address to reset your password Braj Holi 2025 Schedule: Vrindavan and Barsana's iconic Holi celebrations attract devotees globally Check out the dates and events for this vibrant celebration in Braj below Braj Holi 2025 Schedule: Vrindavan and Barsana’s Holi celebrations are world-renowned Devotees from across India and globally flock to play Holi with their beloved Lord Krishna and Radharani The Rangotsav festivities began on February 3 Vrindavan and Barsana will be abuzz with devotees immersed in Radha-Krishna devotion This vibrant celebration features various forms of Holi Check out the dates and events for the 40-day Rangotsav festival in the Braj region below: 3 February: Basant Panchami - Holi flag hoisting at Ladliji Temple 28 February: Shivaratri - First Holi procession from Ladliji Temple 7 March: Phag Aamantran (Sakhis' Invitation) - Laddu Holi at Ladliji Mahal in the evening 8 March: Lathmar Holi in the colourful streets of Barsana - Holi celebrations at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi - Phoolon ki Holi (Flower Holi) at Banke Bihari Temple - Holi celebrations at Dwarkadheesh Temple Barsana's Lathmar Holi is a vibrant spectacle where women playfully beat men with sticks - Holi celebrations at Banke Bihari Temple 13 March: Holika Dahan in Phalen and across Brij 15 March: Huranga at Baldev's Dauji Temple 17 March: Traditional Huranga in Jao village 22 March: Holi celebrations at Ranganathji Temple ALSO READ: 7 Temples In Vrindavan You MUST Visit During Holi ALSO READ: 7 Famous Temples In Barsana Dham To Visit Once In A Lifetime Barsana Lathmar Holi 2025: The unique Holi celebration - Lathmar Holi is celebrated in Barsana and Nandgaon attracting thousands of visitors for a week-long celebration of colours significance and rituals associated with this festival below Barsana Lathmar Holi 2025: Holi of sticks or the Lathmar Holi is a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated in Barsana and Nandgaon the sacred towns of Braj associated with Radha Rani and Lord Krishna Thousands of devotees and tourists flock to these towns every year to join in the festivities which last for over a week The celebrations culminate on Rang Panchami visitors immerse themselves in the joyful spirit of Holi music and traditions that bring the towns to life Check out all the significant details about the date significance and rituals of this unique festival celebrated in the Braj region Lathmar Holi in Barsana will be celebrated on Saturday The Lathmar Holi festival is rooted in a legend about the divine couple Radha Rani and Lord Krishna wanted to playfully spray colours on his beloved Radha Rani and her friends in Barsana when Krishna and his friends arrived in Barsana they were met with sticks wielded by Radha Rani and her friends who chased them away This legend is recreated every year during Holi Men from Nandgaon considered sons-in-law of Barsana visit Barsana and are greeted by women armed with colours and sticks The celebration is a lighthearted and playful re-enactment of the legend with both sides participating in good humour The festival is a unique and joyful celebration of the divine pastimes of Radha Rani and Lord Krishna Lathmar Holi celebration in Barsana is the re-enactment of the playful pastimes of Lord Krishna and Radha Rani men from Nandgram visit Radhikaji's Temple on Lathmar Holi dressed in protective gear to shield themselves from the women's playful attacks and any caught men must wear women's clothes and dance to music the roles are reversed as Barsana men visit Nandgaon where they're playfully beaten by the women of Nandgaon the Barsana men douse the women in vibrant colours made from Palash flowers and Kesudo a fragrant flower that produces a saffron-coloured liquid The Palash flowers - native to Jharkhand and Gujarat are a unique feature of Barsana's Holi celebrations ALSO READ: Holashtak 2025: Start And End Date; Check Do's And Don'ts To Follow During This Inauspicious Time Braj Holi Schedule 2025: Braj Holi 2025 will span 40 days Highlights include unique traditions like the playful Lathmar Holi flower-petal celebrations at Banke Bihari Temple is set to celebrate the annual Braj Holi Rangotsav for 40 days inspired by the tales of Lord Krishna and Radha begins on February 3rd with Basant Panchami and concludes on March 22nd with Rang Panchami This year’s festivities will include various traditional events February 3: Flag hoisting at Ladliji Temple February 28: The first Holi procession during Maha Shivaratri at Ladliji Temple ALSO READ: Laddu Holi Barsana 2025: Date, Significance And Rituals Of Laddu Mar Holi At Shri Ji Temple March 7: Laddu Holi celebration in the evening at Ladliji Mahal March 8: Lathmar Holi festivities in Barsana March 9: Lathmar Holi celebrations in Nandgaon March 10: Rangbhari Holi and Phoolon ki Holi at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan March 13: Holika Dahan celebrated in Phalen and throughout Braj March 15-21: Huranga celebrations at Baldev's Dauji Temple and other locations February 3: Basant Panchami – Holi flag hoisting at Ladliji Temple February 28: Maha Shivaratri – First Holi procession at Ladliji Temple March 7: Phag Aamantran – Laddu Holi in the evening at Ladliji Mahal March 10: Rangbhari Holi and Phoolon ki Holi at Banke Bihari Temple March 11: Holi celebrations at Dwarkadheesh Temple March 12: Holi at Banke Bihari Temple and Dol Celebrations in Vrindavan March 14: Dhulhadi – Rangon ki Holi across the Braj region March 15: Huranga at Baldev's Dauji Temple March 17: Traditional Huranga at Jao village March 21: Rang Panchami – Huranga at Khaira March 22: Final Holi celebrations at Ranganathji Temple ALSO READ: Holi 2025: Delhi-Badaun Route To Get 70 Bus Services To Handle Festive Rush | Details Lathmar Holi: Women playfully chase men with sticks Phoolon ki Holi: A unique celebration at Banke Bihari Temple using flower petals instead of traditional colours Huranga: A lively celebration filled with music and dance at Baldev's Dauji Temple Braj Holi 2025: Experience the vibrant Braj Holi festivities in Mathura where iconic temples come alive with music Check out the list of top 5 temples in the Braj Mandal that offer a unique and unforgettable Holi experience hold immense cultural and spiritual significance closely associated with Lord Krishna's life The festivities commemorate the divine love of Radha Rani and Lord Krishna with each town having its unique traditions The Holi festivities are carried out for 40 days in the Braj Mandal Experience the vibrant Braj Holi festivities by visiting the most iconic temples in Vrindavan each offering a unique and unforgettable Holi experience and be a part of the traditional celebrations that make Braj Holi an unforgettable experience Below is the list of the top 5 temples in Braj to witness the iconic Braj Ki Holi: Holi celebrations at Shri Radha Rani Temple (Laadli Ju Maharaj) in Barsana Experience the vibrant Lathmar Holi celebrations in Barsana a spectacle that showcases the region's unique traditions At the heart of the festivities is the Shri Radha Rani temple also known as Laadli Ju Maharaj temple in Barsana Dham This temple is a must-visit during Holi as it hosts the grand Laddu Maar and Lath Mar Holi events Witness the lively atmosphere as men from Nandgaon the land of Lord Krishna visit the temple to play Holi with the women of Barsana re-enacting the divine playful pastimes of Radha Rani and Krishna This iconic celebration is an unforgettable experience that showcases the joy and spirit of Holi Holi Celebrations at Shri Banke Bihari Temple The Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan is a legendary hub of Holi celebrations dedicated to Lord Krishna's enchanting "Banke Bihari" form the temple comes alive with Phoolon Ki Holi Devotees are treated to a magical experience as they're showered with fragrant flower petals while singing soulful devotional songs priests playfully spray colours and devotees sing and dance in perfect harmony embodying the lively spirit of Lord Krishna This iconic temple is a must-visit during Holi to witness the vibrant celebrations and experience the divine energy of Vrindavan Representational image of Holi celebrations at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple is a hub of spiritual energy and vibrant Holi celebrations The temple hosts captivating processions and cultural programs that bring to life the legend of Lord Krishna you can immerse yourself in the special Holi aarti a prayer ceremony that embodies the spirit of the festival The temple also resonates with traditional bhajans devotional songs that echo the divine love of Lord Krishna you can experience the profound spiritual significance of this sacred site and revel in the joyous celebrations that honour the birthplace of Lord Krishna Nestled on the Nandeshwar mountain peak surrounded by lush greenery Nand Bhavan stands majestically in Nandgaon Lord Krishna's foster father is a breathtaking sight with rolling mountains providing a stunning backdrop Nand Bhavan transforms into a vibrant hub of celebrations as devotees also gather here to celebrate Lathmar Holi The Nand Bhavan temple comes alive with colours as priests and devotees play Holi with great fervour Witnessing Holi celebrations at Nand Bhavan is an unforgettable experience offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions of this sacred site the unique Huranga Holi celebration takes place the day after Holi women from the temple's founding family playfully tear off men's shirts and beat them with strips of cloth while men retaliate with buckets of coloured liquid The temple courtyard soon becomes a kaleidoscope of colours This joyous celebration brings together around 3000 family members from worldwide fostering a sense of community and freedom Huranga Holi becomes a rare occasion in conservative India where men and women can mingle freely enjoying the festive spirit without social constraints ALSO READ: Banke Bihari Prakatya Diwas 2024: 5 Lesser-Known Facts You MUST Know About Shri Banke Bihari Laal Of Vrindavan We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Met Gala 2025: SRK rocks in Sabyasachi's all-black creation, Diljit brings charm in majestic Punjabi-inspired traditional outfit "Gorgeous mama": Alia Bhatt is all praise for Kiara Advani's look at Met Gala 2025 "Every artist has a dream, Goongoonalo is where we chase it": Shankar Mahadevan on launch of India's first artist-owned music platform "I'm Shah Rukh": SRK introduces himself to western media at Met Gala, fans praise his humility "This is pure artistic expression": Javed Akhtar leads launch of 'Goongoonalo', India's first artist-owned music platform Gigi Hadid stuns at Met Gala 2025 with golden Goddess look Met Gala 2025: Demi Moore slays in tie-inspired gown featuring over a million beads copyrights © aninews.in | All rights Reserved June 23 (TNA) With the successful trial of the much-awaited ropeway project in Barsana the stage is set for the early commercial start of this facility benefiting senior citizens and children visiting the Radha Rani temple atop the Brahmanchal hill Initiated by the UP Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad approximately eight years ago the ropeway project faced delays due to opposition from green activists officials are now confident that the facility will be operational by July 31 They anticipate that the ropeway will provide a thrilling experience for pilgrims while also helping to alleviate traffic congestion Promoters are optimistic that the Rs 15.87 crore ropeway project featuring 12 trolleys procured from Indonesia will enhance and increase footfall in Barsana The ground and landing stations are already complete The journey would be just four minutes one way Board officials said work had also begun on the Vrindavan ropeway project to the Sri Banke Bihari Temple along the Chatikara Road Barsana Holi 2025: While providing details police station in-charge Arvind Kumar Nirwal said that the vehicles coming from Govardhan and Nandgaon will not be allowed to enter Barsana adding that vehicles going from Govardhan to Kosikala will reach the highway via Neemgaon Tiraha Barsana Holi 2025 Traffic Advisory: Ahead of Holi celebrations in Mathura and Vrindavan the authorities on Thursday released a traffic advisory for the vehicles coming from different directions The authorities stated that the vehicles will not be allowed to enter Barsana from 8 pm on Thursday It stated that the decision was taken as a large number of devotees are expected to take part in the events related to the festival of colours The authorities further informed that the devotees will have to walk for 5 km at least to reach Barsana adding that the administration has made 56 parking lots for vehicles ALSO READ: Rangbhari Ekadashi 2025: Correct Date And Time; Know Why Amla Tree Is Worshipped On This Sacred Day While the vehicles going from Kosikala to Goverdhan will have to go via Chhata the traffic going from Kaman to Goverdhan will have to go via Kosikala to Chhata The authorities further stated that 19 parking spaces have been made on Govardhan-Barsana Road three VIP parking spaces have been made to reduce the traffic congestion in the city The police have also built 100 barriers in the fair area to control the crowd ALSO READ: Oscar-Winning Director Sean Baker Faces Backlash For Controversial Sex Worker Remarks, Koreans REACT The authorities stated that the big vehicles coming from Goverdhan will have to go to Hathiya crossing small vehicles will have to go to the crusher and petrol pump all vehicles coming from Kamai Karhala will have to go to the Karhala turn and big vehicles coming from Chhata will have to go near Ajanokh village big vehicles coming from the Nandgaon side will be stopped at Sanket village vehicles coming from the Kaman side will be stopped near Radha Bagh and vehicles coming from the Dabhala village side will be stopped at the Chiksoli turn Muskan Verma | Mar 06, 2025, 11:53 AM IST 1Lathmar Holi is one of the most iconic traditions of Braj. On March 8 in Barsana and March 9 in Nandgaon, women playfully beat men with sticks while the men try to protect themselves with shields. This celebration is inspired by Radha and Krishna's playful love story. 2On March 10, the Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan hosts a special Holi celebration where flower petals replace traditional colors. Devotees experience a mesmerizing spiritual atmosphere as priests shower petals on visitors. 3Laddu Holi, celebrated on March 7 at Ladliji Mahal, marks the start of the grand Holi festivities in Braj. Devotees throw sweets instead of colors, making this a joyful and unique tradition. 4Rangbhari Ekadashi on March 10 is an important day when colors officially begin to spread across Mathura. Devotees gather at the Dwarkadheesh Temple to celebrate Holi with devotional songs and Krishna bhajans. 5On March 13, Holika Dahan is observed with bonfires across the Braj region, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. On March 14, Dhulandi (Rangon ki Holi) is celebrated with vibrant colors and festive joy. 6The Huranga celebration starts on March 15 at Baldev's Dauji Temple and continues in different villages like Nandgaon, Jao, Batain, and Gidoh until March 21. Women chase and splash men with colors, creating a lively atmosphere. 7The Charakula Dance is deeply rooted in Braj’s cultural heritage and is performed in Mukharai  on March 18 where women balance large pots on their heads while dancing to devotional songs of Lord Krishna. 8The final event of Braj Holi 2025 takes place on March 22 at Ranganathji Temple in Vrindavan Devotees gather to celebrate Holi in a spiritual setting marking the end of the 40-day-long festival GOAdvertisementgoogletag.cmd.push(function () {googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-1684212259050-6");});HeadlinesGautam Adani's company gets BIG 1500 MW power contract from this state, not Gujarat, Maharashtra Amid India Pakistan tensions, Pakistan’s Muslim cleric claims, country's jets ‘bomb its own people’, gives references Not Madhuri Dixit, Maanayata Dutt, Tina Ambani; Sanjay Dutt wanted to marry this superstar's wife, proposed to her in front of his mother Nargis but... 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Learn Fashion Mastery Course With Raja Rani Coaching Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Bringing you the Best Analytical Legal News is a stakeholder and has a right under the Act and the State Government cannot brush aside an objection by means of a general denial that it was not received within the time provided in the draft notification” Allahabad High Court: In a writ petition filed challenging the inclusion of Gram Panchayat Barsana Dehat in the transitional area of Nagar Panchayat Barsana on the ground that their objection against such inclusion notification was not considered a division bench of Anjani Kumar Mishra and Jayant Banerji* held that every resident of the area in question is a stakeholder under the UP Municipalities Act and has the right to submit suggestions and objections These must be given due consideration by the Governor The Court emphasized that the State Government cannot dismiss an objection simply by claiming it was not received within the stipulated time especially when the tracking report confirms its receipt within the deadline The Court further clarified that although the Government acknowledged receipt of the petitioners’ objection within the prescribed time incorrectly asserting that the objection was not timely and treating it similarly to other objections that had been duly considered This notification provided that objections or suggestions regarding the proposed notification should be sent in writing to Pramukh Sachiv It was specified that only such objections and suggestions shall be taken into consideration as are received within seven days from the date of publication of that notification in the Gazette Village Barsana Dehat consists of extremely poor and jobless people whose livelihoods depend on the State Government facilities and programs which they are able to access due to their residency of the village Changing the status of the area that they reside in would significantly affect their access to these facilities an objection was sent by the Pradhan of Gram Panchayat Barsana Dehat Mathura to the Pramukh Sachiv by post which was delivered to the State the next day itself the area of Barsana Dehat was included in the transitional area of Nagar Panchayat Barsana Aggrieved by the fact that his objection was not considered It also gives a democratic right to every person living in the area sought to be covered by the notification to submit any written objection or suggestion regarding the draft within the period stated therein Section 3(3) highlights the mandatory compliance of Section 4 and Section 5 provides for several civil consequences for people living in the notified areas such as deprivation of benefits from Government programs and schemes for village areas The Court noted that under such circumstances such notification may drastically change the lives of persons concerned so the opportunity to make objections and/or suggestions after the publication of draft notification and due consideration of the same by the Governor are vital and mandatory requirements of the statute The Court stated that though there is no issue regarding the deprivation of property of the petitioners it is a matter of consideration that collective benefits that accrue to the residents of the gram panchayat area before such notification are sought to be taken away in the name of perceived benefits of such area being included in the Nagar Panchayat The Court held that “each resident of such an area is a stakeholder and has a right under the Act to make suggestions and objections which have to be considered by the Governor and the State Government cannot brush aside an objection using a general denial that it was not received within the stipulated time when it was duly received as per the tracking report”. Upon perusal of the petitioners’ objection the Court noted that though certain issues are common other objections raised by the petitioners are not mentioned in those considered and disposed of by the Government The Court held that the objections of the petitioners were never considered and under such circumstances the notification and impugned order cannot be sustained so far as they relate to Village Barsana Dehat [Gram Panchayat v. State Of UP, 2024 SCC OnLine All 7088 *Order Authored by: Justice Jayant Banerji and website in this browser for the next time I comment Get weekly latest news and updates in your e-mail blog@scconline.com articles@scconline.com Download SCC Online App for Android Users/IOS Users Feedback | Tuesday ‘Widows’ Holi,’ a unique cultural celebration in Vrindavan known as the childhood home of Lord Krishna has long served as a refuge for widowed Hindu women these widows face hardships and rely on support from the government The celebration of Holi by widows marks a departure from traditional restrictions allowing them to participate in the festivities with joy With just one day left until the festival of colors people are flocking to markets to buy colors and water guns and festive sweets like gujiyas are being prepared in kitchens nationwide devotees celebrated the Rangbhari Ekadashi festival at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and excitement as participants took part in the celebrations traditional ‘Lathmar Holi’ festivities began in Nandagaon on Sunday kicking off a week-long celebration in Mathura The festivities also included Laddu Mar Holi at the Shri Ladliji Maharaj Temple in Barsana where devotees joyfully threw sweets at one another as part of the ritual Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated Rangotsav 2025 at Shri Radha Bihari Inter College in Barsana showering flower petals on the gathered crowd Adityanath stated that after development efforts in Ayodhya and Prayagraj Mathura and Vrindavan would now undergo similar transformation with the state government committed to enhancing the region “Visitors to Barsana are experiencing the ropeway facility for the first time Development projects worth ₹100 crore are in progress Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership The government will make every effort to develop this region the Yamuna will also be cleaned up.” We will send you breaking news right to your inbox Adani Total Energies Biomass Limited (ATBL) has commissioned the first phase of its Barsana BioGas plant in Shre Mataji Gaushala ATBL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL).  Adani Total Gas Limited is a joint venture between Adani Group and Total Energies of France will have a total capacity of 600 tonnes per day of feedstock after its completion The project is expected to generate 42 tonnes per day of Compressed Biogas (CBG) and 217 tonnes per day of organic fertiliser the plant will contribute to circular economy principles and agricultural sustainability the Barsana plant will be India’s largest agri waste-based bio CNG plant The cost for all three project phases for the plant would be more than  ₹200 crore The Barsana plant utilises state-of-the-art advanced anaerobic digestion technology which converts organic materials into renewable biogas This will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels.It will also help the country meet its zero-emission target by 2070 and secure the nation's fuel security.  is an advanced version of biogas produced from nitrogen-rich agricultural waste It is produced in the same way as biogas and has the same calorific value as Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) the biogas is commercially refined to enhance its methane content to above 90 per cent The Barsana plant uses advanced anaerobic digestion technology to convert organic materials like cow dung and other agricultural waste into biogas organic matter with a high nitrogen content is broken down by microorganisms in the absence of oxygen The waste material is enclosed in a tight container so that it does not come into contact with oxygen(this type of digestion is called anaerobic digestion) this biogas will be refined by removing the carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulphide to convert it into a gas having a methane content of around 95%.  and sent to CNG plants to be used as a fuel for vehicles The solid waste produced during the process of anaerobic digestion is an excellent source of organic fertilizers The Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources dhan (GOBARdhan) scheme was launched by the government of India in 2018 It is an inter -ministerial initiative of the government to transform biodegradable and organic waste Old products are used as raw material for production of new products .The circular economy is based on the premise that  everything is  to be reused and recycled back into a raw material as far as possible Reuse and Recycle.  Here Reducing means choosing those consumer goods which help in reducing the amount of waste generated Reusing means the repeated use of items or parts of items which still have usable aspects Here Recycling means the use of waste as resources Adani Total Energies Biomass Limited Headquarters: Ahmedabad To download limitless free study materials Submit Your Details to Get 25 Coins for FREE Entered mobile number is already registered on Utkarsh App 25 Coins have been credited to your wallet Install the UTKARSH 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