Rangotsav 2026 Begins with Holi Celebrations and Security Measures in Barsana, UP

Rangotsav 2026 began with grand Holi celebrations in Barsana, Uttar Pradesh, featuring traditional events like Laddoo Holi and preparations for the internationally recognized Lathmar Holi. Uttar Pradesh Minister Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary highlighted the cultural significance of Braj and credited the state government under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for tourism development. Extensive security measures, including thousands of personnel, CCTV, drones, and crowd management strategies, have been implemented to ensure safety during the festivities, which attract lakhs of devotees from India and abroad.