Holika Dahan, also known as the Festival of Colours, is celebrated annually in March, with the date varying according to the Indian lunar calendar. The festival typically falls on the first full moon of March and commemorates the triumph of good over evil through the story of Prahlad and Holika from Indian folklore. Celebrations begin in the evening with bonfires, where people gather to sing and dance around a burning effigy, symbolizing the eradication of evil. The following day, known as Holi, involves playful activities such as throwing color powder at each other, marking the arrival of spring. Holika Dahan fosters reconciliation and reflection on relationships, and it is observed not only in India but also by Hindus worldwide, including in countries like South Africa, Europe, Australia, and the United States.