According to the Hindu calendar and astrological calculations, this year sees an early celebration of Holi on March 4, which is the earliest occurrence in the last six years. Various factors, including the occurrence of two months of 'Adhik Maas' and 'Jyeshtha', have led to significant shifts in the dates of many festivals. For comparison, last year Holi was celebrated on March 15, showing a noteworthy change in its timing this year. The marking of the full moon, or 'Phagun Shukla Purnima', starts on the evening of March 2 and continues until the following evening on March 3, influencing the dates for Holika Dahan and the festival of Holi itself.