Chhattisgarh's Unique Holi: 7 to 13 Days of Celebrations, Centuries-Old Traditions

• Chhattisgarh celebrates Holi differently, with festivities lasting 7 to 13 days in various villages, unlike the fixed date nationwide.
• In Amarpur, Baikunthpur, Holi begins a week early to ward off misfortune and epidemics, celebrated with dholak and Fagu songs.
• Salheona, Raigarh, observes Holi on the first Tuesday or Saturday after the main date, a 100-year-old tradition to prevent fires.
• Semra, Dhamtari, celebrates Holi 7 days in advance, following a tradition believed to be commanded by Siyar Dev.
• The Baiga tribal community celebrates 'Teras' for 13 days using natural colors and unique dances with the 'Khekra-Khekri' instrument.