New Delhi, Feb. 8 -- The preparations for Holi, one of the most auspicious festivals among Hindus, has begun. With less than a month to go, devotees are curious about the festival date. Also known as Rangawali Holi or Dhulandi, Holi will be celebrated in March this year.

Since celebrations start a night before Holi with Holika Dhahan (bonfire), many a times confusion surrounds the date of Holi festivities.

According to Drik Panchang, Holi will be celebrated on 4 March, Wednesday. Holika Dahan auspicious muhurta will be observed between 6:22 PM and 8:50 PM on 3 March, Tuesday.

Bhadra Punchha - 1:25 AM to 2:35 AM

Bhadra Mukha - 2:35 AM to 4:30 AM

Holika Dahan during Pradosh without Udaya Vyapini Purnima

Purnima Tithi Begins - 05:55 PM...