New Delhi, March 14 -- Holi festivities swept India and the world in a wave of color and joy. From Delhi to Mathura and Australia to the US - not to forget Bollywood celebrities and sports icons - the festival transcended cultural boundaries.

The diaspora in the US brought colours of joy and togetherness. According to the Consulate General of India, New York, "The festivities featured a special Holi quiz with questions from different states of India, along with fun games."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said "I wish you all a very Happy Holi. This festival filled with joy and happiness will infuse new enthusiasm and energy in everyone's life and will also deepen the colours of unity among the countrymen".

People joyfully smeared each oth...