India, March 13 -- One of the most-awaited festivals of the year is here. Every year, Holi is celebrated with a lot of colours, pomp and grandeur all over the country. Played with colours, water guns, water ballons, Holi is the festival of colours that brings people together. Also read | Holi 2025: If colours get into your eyes on Holi, doctor says do this immediately to avoid medical emergency

While we enjoy the festival and indulge in Holi-special drinks and delicacies, we should be mindful of the colours and their effect on our nose, ears, eyes, throat and skin.

For pregnant women, it is essential to take precautions to ensure to stay safe during the celebrations. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Astha Dayal, director of obstet...