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Bihar's IAS-IPS Factory Village: Bangaon's Unique 1810 Holi Tradition with Shoulder-Climbing Color Play
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Bihar's IAS-IPS Village Celebrates Unique 200-Year-Old Holi Tradition
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03-03-2026, 06:23
Bihar's IAS-IPS Village Celebrates Unique 200-Year-Old Holi Tradition
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Ban Gaon, known as the 'IAS-IPS factory' in Saharsa, Bihar, celebrates a unique Holi tradition dating back to 1810.
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Unlike Barsana's stick Holi, Ban Gaon celebrates by climbing on shoulders to shower colors, symbolizing brotherhood.
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Many high-ranking officers from the village return specifically for this festival, taking leave to celebrate with loved ones.
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The 'Ghoo Holi' tradition, started by Saint Lakshminath Gosai, unites people of all communities and religions.
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Villagers gather at Bhagwati Sthan, where water and abeer are thrown from roofs, creating a vibrant, joyful atmosphere.
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