Phagun Madai / Holi
Celebrated March, around Phalguna Purnima
Majority Tribe
Muria, Madia, Gond, Halba
Where is it celebrated ?
Across Bijapur villages, with major celebrations in Bhopalpatnam
Unique Characteristics
Holika dahan combined with week-long Bada Dhol Nacha night performances; mahua-based community feasts; spectacular processions of village deities; one of the most vivid expressions of community joy