Choti Holi, or Holika Dahan, celebrates the triumph of good over evil and precedes the Holi festival. It involves lighting bonfires, performing rituals, and sharing wishes. The festival symbolizes the victory of righteousness through the legend of Prahlad and Holika. Engage in the festivities with devotion, joy, and colorful celebrations.
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