Thousands of devotees and tourists have flocked to the Braj region in Barsana, Vrindavan, and Mathura to partake in the renowned Holi festivities. The traditional celebrations kicked off with ritual ceremonies, including the iconic Lathmar Holi where women from Barsana visited Nandgaon to extend invitations. The vibrant Phag (Holi) celebrations have officially begun in the region.
Visitors expressed immense joy at witnessing the age-old traditions, with one devotee from Mumbai remarking on the beauty of the celebrations. Another visitor described the experience as a mix of joy and spiritual bliss, recommending everyone to witness it at least once.
Elaborate arrangements have been put in place by authorities to manage the large influx of pilgrims. Superintendent of Police (Security) Suresh Chandra Rawat assured that the world-renowned celebrations are being conducted under tight security measures. Separate entry and exit routes have been established to avoid overcrowding, ensuring devotees can reach temples smoothly for darshan.
To maintain order, all congestion points have been barricaded, and crowd movement is being carefully regulated. A network of 230 CCTV cameras has been set up across the area, monitored from three control rooms. The region has been divided into seven zones and 18 sectors for efficient security deployment.
Police are closely monitoring anti-social elements to guarantee peaceful celebrations. The colorful festivities in the Braj region are anticipated to draw even larger crowds in the upcoming days.
