Phagwah Archives

March 14, 2025

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Holi, commonly known as Phagwah, is a widely celebrated festival that encapsulates happiness, togetherness, and the victory of good over evil. For some, it marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year, while for others, it signifies the arrival of spring—a fresh start and a season of forgiveness. The festival usually falls in late […]

March 14, 2025

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The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) takes this opportunity to extend Phagwah greetings to all Guyanese, especially the Hindu community. Phagwah has become a national occasion that Guyanese from all spheres of society look forward to, not just for the excitement it brings, but also for the opportunity it affords in coming together through interaction and […]

March 14, 2025

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I extend joyous greetings to all Guyanese, but especially our Hindu brothers and sisters here in Guyana and in the diaspora, on the sacred and celebratory festival of Phagwah. Phagwah, known as the festival of colours, and celebrated with vigorous revelry and exuberance, has become a symphony of joy, a kaleidoscope of colours and a […]

March 14, 2025

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The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends warm Holi (Phagwah) greetings to all Guyanese, especially our Hindu brothers and sisters, as we come together as a nation to celebrate the jubilant and vibrant Festival of Colours on March 14, 2025. Referred to as the Festival of Spring, Holi symbolizes unity and renewal. This joyous occasion provides […]

March 13, 2025

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Holi (Phagwah) celebrations remind us of the spirit of happiness, love, compassion, and spreading joy. The West Meten-Meer-Zorg Dekindern Shri Krishna Mandir recently embraced this spirit by hosting its annual Kids’ Holi Party, bringing joy to children in the community. The event, aimed at creating a fun and memorable experience for the children, […]

March 12, 2025

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The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha has expressed concern about events being advertised as celebrations of Phagwah, which carry messages promoting alcohol, vulgarity, and other activities that are not in keeping with the observance of the festival. In a statement, the Sabha said that although Phagwah is a joyous and unifying festival that transcends all barriers, […]

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The Festival of Colours explained

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ERC: Holi a celebration of unity and renewal

West Meten-Meer-Zorg Mandir, Young Pioneers spread Holi cheer

Dharmic Sabha: alcohol and vulgarity have no place in Phagwah celebrations

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