Pakistani Hindu community celebrates Holi festival with full religious freedom in Pakistan

LAHORE – The Hindu community across the World including Pakistan iscelebrating the festival of colors “Holi” with traditional enthusiasm.

Commencing today, the Holi celebrations – which formally mark the beginningof spring season – will span over two days.

People celebrate the victory of good over evil forces by lighting bonfirescalled Holika. The festival has religious and historical significance inHindu texts.

Revellers spray coloured powder and water at each other and dance as wellas distribute sweets during the celebrations.

On this special day Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan wished a happyHoli to the Hindu community.

“Wishing our Hindu community a very happy and peaceful Holi, the festivalof colours,” the premier tweeted.

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Pakistan Peoples Party chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also extendedgreetings to the Hindu community.

“Happy Holi to all my Hindu brothers & sisters. On the happy occasion ofHoli, let us spread the wonderful massage of peace and happiness,” he wroteon Twitter.