In India, Holi is one of the most vibrant festivals celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy. The festival is a time of fun and frolic, where people splash each other with colors, dance to music, and relish traditional delicacies. One such traditional delicacy is Bhang, a cannabis-derived substance that is consumed during Holi and Shivratri.
Bhang has been a part of Indian culture and traditions for centuries. It is believed that Lord Shiva himself consumed Bhang, which is why it is associated with the festival of Shivratri. Similarly, during Holi, people consume Bhang in various forms such as Bhang Thandai, Lassi, Ladoo, and Pakore. It is said that consuming Bhang adds to the exuberance of the festival and enhances the festive spirit.
Recently, a humorous incident related to Bhang and Holi took place on social media. Zomato, a popular food aggregator, shared a witty post on Twitter about a man in Gurugram who repeatedly attempted to order “Bhang ki Goli” through their app.
The tweet went viral and sparked a series of humorous responses on the internet. Even the Delhi Police joined in on the fun, responding to the tweet with their own humorous take on the incident.
While Bhang consumption is legal in India, it is important to note that driving under the influence of any intoxicating substance is a punishable offense. Keeping this in mind, the Delhi Police issued a statement on the deployment of police personnel during Holi to ensure compliance with traffic rules and prevent drink driving. Their strategy includes the deployment of 800 traffic police personnel, 150 company security personnel, and 9,000 local police.
Additionally, they will be employing 1,300 motorcycle patrolling teams at 283 locations in Delhi to keep a check on violators. This approach aims to encourage people to enjoy the festivities without breaking the law and to ensure the safety of everyone during the festival.
