Mathura Celebrates Holi with Traditional Events and Enhanced Security Measures

Mathura celebrated Holi with traditional enthusiasm, featuring events like 'bhajan sandhya' and flower Holi at the Old Keshavdev Temple, while festivities occur outside temple sanctums. The Sri Garun Govind Temple marked Holi a day before Rangbhari Ekadashi with the 'Huranga' tradition. Celebrations have spanned 30 days, reflecting Lord Krishna's leelas. Unique local customs like the 150-year-old 'Chappal Holi' in Bachchgaon village were observed. Security measures included dividing the district into zones with police deployment and a 24-hour control room.