Holi event in Peshawar brings colours of harmony

Published March 19, 2025
Members of Hindu community celebrate Holi festival at Kala Bari Mandir, Peshawar, on Tuesday. — PPI
Members of Hindu community celebrate Holi festival at Kala Bari Mandir, Peshawar, on Tuesday. — PPI

PESHAWAR: In a vibrant celebration of love, respect, and unity, a special event was organised here on Tuesday for the Hindu community, radiating the true spirit of interfaith harmony in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The gathering, filled with joy and camaraderie, saw children, women, and youth exchanging warm Holi greetings, embodying the essence of togetherness beyond religious boundaries.

HUM LOG organised the event.

The atmosphere was painted with the colours of friendship as participants wished each other Holi Mubarak and shared the joy of the festival. Boxes of sweets were distributed, symbolising the sweetness of mutual respect and coexistence.

Prominent voices of interfaith dialogue, Haroon Sardab, James Cyprian, and Augustin Jacob addressed the gathering, emphasising the importance of unity in diversity.

Their words echoed the true essence of a society where people of all faiths can coexist in peace and mutual respect.

The event stood as a testament to the rich cultural fabric of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where traditions blend seamlessly, and humanity triumphs over division.

It was more than just a celebration; it was a reaffirmation of the shared values that bind the people of Pakistan together in harmony.

Published in Dawn, March 19th, 2025

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