Mumbai: Coronavirus effigy burned to ashes in 'Holika' bonfire
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Coronavirus demon 'Coronasur' in Mumbai
On the auspicious occasion of Holika Dahan, people in Mumbai have come up with new ideas of burning effigies of coronavirus and crime against women.
In pic: Men sprinkle colour powder around a Holika Dahan effigy of the Coronavirus demon - 'Coronasur' erected in Mumbai.
In pic: Men sprinkle colour powder around a Holika Dahan effigy of the Coronavirus demon - 'Coronasur' erected in Mumbai.
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Holika Dahan effigy
Holika Dahan is the most significant ritual which is conducted a day prior to Holi and this time people in Worli area have put up an effigy based on the theme of coronavirus with 'Coronasur' written on it.
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Getting rid of the deadly coronavirus
The locals has burnt down the 'Coronasur' effigy at the Holika Dahan to get rid of the deadly coronavirus.
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Nirbhaya effigy
A few effigies were erected showcasing a woman warrior holding heads of the Nirbhaya convicts giving a social message on the crimes against women.
In pic: An effigy based on the theme of hanging the rapist of Nirbhaya has been put up ahead of 'Holika Dahan' in Worli.
In pic: An effigy based on the theme of hanging the rapist of Nirbhaya has been put up ahead of 'Holika Dahan' in Worli.
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Holika Dahan
The festival of Holi that celebrates the spirit of inclusiveness and humanity heralds the onset of spring after winters. The festival marks the victory of good over evil is celebrated on two days - Holika Dahan and Holi Milan.
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Holi Milan
While on the main festival of Holi Milan, people celebrate the day by smearing colours on each other and exchanging sweets, the festival of Holika Dehen is celebrated in a different way by setting a holy bonfire termed as 'Holika'.