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NEW DELHI:  The festival of colours Holi is finally here. The colourful festival of Holi is being celebrated on Friday, March 2 this year. The Hindu festival of Holi marks the end of winter and beginning of spring. Holi is also the day to forgive enemies and let go of grudges. It was preceded by Holika Dahan, which was celebrated on Thursday night. On Holika Dahan - or chhoti Holi as it is popularly called - families and friends gather around a bonfire. The fire of Holika Dahan signifies the triumph of good over evil. Today, the festival of Holi is being celebrated among friends and family and it is all about bright, vibrant colours, delicious food and drinks and a whole lot of masti, or fun. The joyous occasion of Holi is usually celebrated with powdered or wet colours and flowers while dancing to songs about the festival and topped with scrumptious gujiyas and thandai. But if you are far away from your family this Holi or want to send across a wish to someone special, we've compiled some Holi greetings you can share with them this festival of colours. Happy Holi!