Playing with ashes is a sign of devotion to Mahadev,” says L.N. Das, a sadhu who has been residing in Varanasi for years now. While Masan Holi was at first restricted to the saints and Aghoris ...

Subsequently, the Masan Holi commenced as the ashes showered from ... khele masane mein” and “Digambar holi” among others in Varanasi. Chants of “Har Har Mahadev” resonated during ...