Holika Dahan 2026: Blessing turned into a curse, why was Holika burnt?:The day of Holika Dahan is considered very auspicious.

News Topical, Digital Desk : Holika Dahan 2026: On the night of Phalguna Purnima, when Holika Dahan is performed to symbolize the victory of good over evil, one question arises in our minds: How did Holika, who had the divine boon of Lord Brahma, burn? When we light the Holika fire again in 2026, this question will come to our minds again. So, in this article, let's explore the legend of Holika Dahan.

The Secret of the Boon

According to mythology, Hiranyakashipu's sister Holika received a protective shield from Lord Brahma, which, once worn, prevented fire from touching her. However, this boon came with a condition: this power would only be effective if used for protection. However, Holika used it to kill her nephew, Prahlad, a devotee of Lord Vishnu. This violated the boon's purpose. As soon as the intention changed from protection to murder, the boon's auspicious effect was lost

God's Justice

Wind plays a significant role in the story of Holika Dahan . It is said that as the pyre was lit, a strong wind, aided by Lord Vishnu's divine power, blew so strong that the protective shield flew from Holika's body and wrapped itself around the young devotee Prahlad. Prahlad was on the path of devotion and truth, and so both nature and God supported him

Misuse of power – Whether it is divine power or anything else, if it is used to harm an innocent, that power will automatically be destroyed.
Victory of Dharma over Adharma – The burning of Holika shows that no matter how evil may appear, a small flame of truth has the power to reduce it to ashes.
Pure Intentions – Prahlad had no boon, only faith. Holika, on the other hand, had a shield of protection, but her intentions were not pure. In the end, faith prevailed.