Chandigarh, March 4 -- The festival of Holi was celebrated with immense fervor and traditional gaiety across Haryana on Wednesday, showcasing a blend of modern festivities and age-old rural customs.
While urban centers vibrated with high-energy musical performances, the countryside remained rooted in tradition, with the iconic 'Korda Maar' Holi taking centre stage in several villages.
In a significant cultural display, the 'Korda Maar' tradition, often referred to as the festival of brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, was observed in rural pockets. The ritual involves the brother-in-law splashing water from a large vessel while the sister-in-law uses a 'Korda' (braided cloth whip) for defense, a practice that has continued for centuries i...