Widows celebrate Holi

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March 23, 2016 at 10:57 AM

Widows daubed in colors take part in the Holi celebrations in India.

Traditionally in Hindu culture, widows are expected to renounce earthly pleasure so they do not celebrate Holi. But women at the shelter for widows, who have been abandoned by their families, celebrated the festival by throwing flowers and colored powder. Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, heralds the beginning of spring and is celebrated all over India. (Reuters)

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