Rangpanchami in Nashik: A Splash of Tradition and Color
The Rangpanchami festival in Nashik saw revellers dive into ponds filled with colored water, a tradition dating back to the Peshwa era. Celebrated uniquely on the sixth day after Holi, the festival features 'Rahads,' water tanks filled with natural colors, where participants enjoy a vibrant celebration.
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Nashik came alive as revelers marked the Rangpanchami festival by immersing themselves in ponds filled with colored water, echoing a tradition from the Peshwa era.
Known for its uniqueness, this year's festivities unfolded on the sixth day post-Holi, deviating from its usual fifth-day occurrence. The city’s notable ‘Rahads’—specially prepared tank-like structures—were at the heart of the celebrations. These were meticulously excavated, cleaned, and decorated ahead of the event.
As dawn broke on Sunday, tanks were filled with water and blended with natural colors. With traditional rituals observed, people from all age groups enthusiastically participated, embracing the spirit of Rangpanchami by playfully pushing each other into the vibrant waters.
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