Crawford Sandton draped in colour

BENMORE – Crawford Preparatory School exploded with colour as its learners joined in on the Holi festival celebrations.

Laughs, cheers and bright colours surrounded Crawford Sandton as learners enjoyed the Holi festival.

The preparatory school saw its campus in Benmore come alive on 6 March as learners of all ages partook in the ancient Hindu festival.

While many parents prepared traditional treats and snack for the learners, the Grade 7 class prepared poems and dances.

Akhil Challa and Tahir Govender are excited to get into the powdered paint. Photo: Supplied

The Holi festival, originating in India, is known as the festival of colour or spring. It was celebrated on 9 and 10 March this year.

Darshan Naidoo, Tanishq Mehta and Aarav Singh share the Holi festival with their friends. Photo: Supplied

 

Tanishka and Sangani Jha look forward to the celebrations. Photo: Supplied

The occasion signifies different things for many people, namely the beginning of spring, the blossoming of love, forgiveness or a day to meet new people.

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