A private school in Jaipur, St. Angela Sophia School, has sparked controversy for telling students not to bring colors or celebrate Holi at school. Rajasthan’s education minister, Madan Dilawar, criticized this decision and wanted the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to take action. He said Holi is an important festival in India and it’s sad that students were warned they might not be allowed to take exams if they celebrated.
After receiving backlash, the school’s principal, Sister Cynthia, explained that the rule was meant to protect students from synthetic and chemical colors, which can cause allergies or harm. She assured everyone that Holi would still be celebrated at the school on March 12, after exams, using only natural colors and flowers.
Sister Cynthia emphasized that the main goal was to keep students safe during exam season. She stated, “We want our students to enjoy Holi without any risks. Our celebration will be safe, using flowers instead of harmful colors.”
Holi is celebrated in the month of Phalgun, with Choti Holi on March 13 and the main celebration on March 14.
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