Brahmakumaris celebrated Holi with motivational speeches and cultural programmes on March 5. Prominent city denizens like The Pioneer Managing Director Pawan Bajaj, Railways DGP AK Sinha, Medical Hospital Director Sanjay Kumar, Central Industrial Security Force Assistant Commandant Bhupendra Singh, lions Club former president Siddharth Mazumdar were present on the occasion.
The relevance of Holi for society and people was highlighted by the speakers in their speeches to the audience. Pawan Bajaj spoke about the value of colours in spiritual forms.
Brahmakumari Ranchi Centre coordinator Nirmala Sister spoke on the history of the festival.
She said the colourful festival is the moment to forget all bad memories and spread the message of brotherhood in the society. The centre coordinator felt Holika Dahan, organised a day before Holi should not be a bonfire created by burning wooden pieces. It should also be a fire where we pledge to burn our negative attitudes.
Artists dressed as lord Krishna and Radha presented Holi celebrated at Vrindavan in the ancient period. Also, Garba dance was performed by the artists.
Holi prominently celebrates the beginning of spring festival. People smear colours on each other.