Vikal Sharma
Palampur
Preparations are in full swing for the historic State-Level Holi Festival 2026 in Palampur. Addressing a press conference, Dr. O.P. Yadav, SDM Palampur and Chairman of the Festival Committee, shared the detailed program schedule.
The festival will commence on March 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM with a grand Shobha Yatra, inaugurated by Ashish Butail, MLA of Palampur constituency, as the chief guest.
Cultural Evenings & Highlights
- March 1, 2026 – Pahari Night:
Chief Guest: Shri Yadvindra Goma, Minister of AYUSH, Youth Services & Sports
Star Performers: Vicky Chauhan and Kuldeep Sharma - March 2, 2026 – Pahari Night:
Chief Guest: Bhavani Singh Pathania, Vice Chairman, State Planning Board
Star Performer: Ishant Bhardwaj
Side Events: Dog Show, Fancy Dress, Fun Games - March 3, 2026 – Bollywood Night:
Chief Guest: Prof. Chander Kumar, Minister of Agriculture & Animal Husbandry
Special Guest: Sanjay Singh Chauhan, Chairman, State Cooperative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd.
Star Performances: Laman Band, Abhigya Band, Kumar Sahil
Additional Event: Anti-Drug Run (5.5 km) with prize money of ₹51,000 (1st), ₹21,000 (2nd), and ₹1,100 (3rd), along with certificates for all participants. - March 4, 2026 – Punjabi Night & Closing Ceremony:
Chief Guest: Shri Mukesh Agnihotri, Deputy Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh
Special Guest: Gokul Butail, Principal Advisor, Digital Technology & Innovation
Highlight: Punjabi Night, promising a vibrant finale.
Significance
The four-day festival will blend tradition with modern entertainment, featuring Pahari, Bollywood, and Punjabi Nights as major attractions. With cultural performances, competitions, and community participation, the event aims to celebrate the spirit of Holi while promoting social awareness and regional heritage.
