The spirit of Holi 2026 is alive with innovation in Bhagalpur, as women’s groups craft revolutionary herbal gulal from everyday veggies and flowers. Free from chemicals, this gulal from beets, spinach, roses, and more, brings aromatherapy to the festival, easing stress and ensuring skin safety.
Under the Ma Anandi banner, the project recycles floral waste into valuable resources, aligning with eco-friendly ‘waste to wealth’ principles. Priya Soni shares, ‘It’s so pure, you can make and eat halwa—no harm even if it gets in your mouth.’
District-wide participation has turned this into a powerhouse of self-reliance, with women gaining skills and income. The gulal’s natural fragrances of sandalwood and lavender provide a calming effect, perfect for the high-energy Holi celebrations.
Prioritizing children and the elderly, the formula avoids irritants, preventing infections. Market buzz is high, as urban and rural buyers embrace this safe, scented alternative to toxic powders.
This Holi, Bhagalpur sets a benchmark for sustainable joy, where health, environment, and empowerment color the festivities in the brightest hues.