Holi celebrated on 4 March 2026; Braj festivities draw over 44 lakh devotees to Mathura-Vrindavan
Holi, the festival of colours, was celebrated across India on 4 March 2026, as the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh reported over 44 lakh devotees during its Holi festivities.
Summary
Holi was celebrated across India on 4 March 2026, a day after Holika Dahan. In the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh, officials said more than 44 lakh devotees visited Mathura, Vrindavan and nearby sites for the Holi festivities from 24 February to 3 March, with another five to six lakh expected. Amar Ujala reported that 22 lakh devotees reached Vrindavan on Rangbhari Ekadashi on 27 February. Police tightened security for the main day, setting up barriers and breath-analyser checks, and the Daily Jagran reported arrests for breach of peace in the Govardhan and Magorra police station areas.
Key facts
- Date
- 4 March 2026 (Holika Dahan on 3 March)
- Region
- Braj — Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon (Uttar Pradesh)
- Footfall
- Over 44 lakh devotees, 24 Feb – 3 March
- Rangbhari Ekadashi
- About 22 lakh in Vrindavan on 27 Feb
Practice MCQs 1 questions
According to officials, roughly how many devotees visited the Braj region for Holi festivities between 24 February and 3 March 2026?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — Over 44 lakh
Officials said more than 44 lakh devotees visited Mathura, Vrindavan and other Braj sites, with five to six lakh more expected.