The historic Hola Mohalla festival 2026 has begun in Punjab with deep-rooted Sikh traditions, filling the sacred city of Anandpur Sahib with spiritual fervour and cultural grandeur. Celebrated annually as a three-day martial and religious event, the festivities were inaugurated with ancestral rites, devotional kirtan, rhythmic beats of nagaras and the vibrant presence of pilgrims from across India and abroad — all reflecting the age-old customs of the Khalsa Panth.
Originally instituted in the early 18th century by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, Hola Mohalla serves as a celebration of Sikh courage, community unity and spiritual resolve. Distinctive from the Hindu festival of Holi, it showcases historic martial displays, Gatka performances by Nihang warriors, and communal services like langar that embody the principles of equality and selfless service. Pilgrims converge at Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib and Sri Anandpur Sahib each year to partake in both religious devotion and cultural exhibitions, keeping alive a centuries-old tradition that strengthens Sikh identity and heritage.
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