The Indian diaspora across the UK came together to celebrate Holi with vibrant colours, music, and festive spirit. From lively gatherings in temples and community centres to open-air events filled with dance and traditional sweets, the festival of colours brought people of all ages together, symbolising joy, unity, and the triumph of good over evil.
Essex Indians (EI) charity 1186579 celebrated Holi, the festival of colours, on 16th March at Basildon Sports and Leisure Club, with 210 attendees from diverse backgrounds, including London, Harrow, Slough, Kent, and across Essex. The vibrant event featured songs, dances, Zumba, games, and a 12-item lunch. Colour play took place outdoors in the open greens. The celebration embraced unity in diversity, reflecting the spirit of Rabindranath Tagore’s vision: “Let the colours touch my heart and embrace all my work.”
Thousands gathered in Leeds to celebrate the annual Hindu festival of Holi, where participants smeared each other with vibrant colours. The lively event featured live music, dancing, and the throwing of powdered paint, taking place at the open-air venue, Testbed.
The Indian Diaspora in the UK (IDUK) celebrated Holi in vibrant style at the Slough Cricket Club, with a lively atmosphere filled with music, colour, and festivities. The event featured a DJ and the rhythmic beats of dhols, creating an electrifying ambiance. Cllr Prerna Dhardwaj and the Mayor of Slough were also in attendance, adding to the celebratory spirit.
