Holi Budget Calculator
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Budget Overview
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🎨 Key Information: Holi Festival
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Festival Name | Holi (Festival of Colors) |
| Significance | Celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the arrival of spring |
| Celebrated On | Full moon day in the month of Phalguna (Feb–March) |
| Regions Celebrated | Pan India and globally among Hindu communities |
| Traditions | Color play, Holika Dahan bonfire, sweets, dance, and celebrations |
| Common Activities | Color fights, water balloon play, pooja, festive meals, music & dance |
🎁 Category: Gifts
Sub-category Breakdown
| Sub-category | Estimated Amount (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gifts for family | 5,000–6,000 | Includes traditional clothing, dry fruits, or personal gifts |
| Gifts for friends | 4,000–5,000 | Popular options include sweet boxes, Thandai kits, or color packs |
| Gifts for spouse | 1,800–2,200 | Jewelry, Holi-themed accessories, or custom surprises |
| Gifts for kids | 900–1,100 | Toys, water guns, and candy baskets |
| Gifts for staff/helpers | 700–900 | Bonus envelopes or small gift packs |
| Small gift hampers | 600–800 | Holi kits with gulal, sweets, and herbal colors |
| Corporate gifts | 1,800–2,200 | Branded gift packs or eco-friendly colors |
| Gift wrapping & boxes | 800–1,200 | Decorative boxes, Holi-themed packaging |
| Delivery charges | 400–600 | For shipping hampers across locations |
| Charity/Donations | 900–1,100 | Community help or festive donation |
| Total (Gifts) | 17,900–21,200 |
🍬 Category: Food & Sweets
Sub-category Breakdown
| Sub-category | Estimated Amount (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional sweets | 2,800–3,200 | Gujiya, laddoo, malpua, and more |
| Snacks & dry fruits | 1,800–2,200 | Mixtures, roasted nuts, and sweets |
| Dining & catering | 3,000–4,000 | Party meal catering for guests |
| Beverages | 900–1,100 | Thandai, juices, soft drinks, lassi |
| Groceries | 900–1,100 | Ingredients for preparing festive meals |
| Total (Food & Sweets) | 9,400–11,600 |
🏡 Category: Decorations
Sub-category Breakdown
| Sub-category | Estimated Amount (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Colors & powders | 1,200–1,800 | Herbal gulal, organic powders |
| Flowers & balloons | 800–1,200 | Marigolds, roses, water balloons |
| Buckets & water guns | 700–900 | Pichkaris and reusable water guns |
| Party décor | 500–700 | Wall décor, Holi signs, paper fans |
| Home cleanup | 1,200–1,800 | Post-Holi deep cleaning service or supplies |
| Entrance décor | 500–700 | Flower garlands, torans |
| Other decorations | 400–600 | DIY crafts, rangoli, themed napkins |
| Total (Decorations) | 5,300–7,700 |
✈️ Category: Travel
Sub-category Breakdown
| Sub-category | Estimated Amount (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Train/Bus/Flight | 4,500–5,500 | Visiting family or hometown |
| Vehicle rental | 900–1,100 | For travel within city or to party venues |
| Fuel & tolls | 900–1,100 | Personal car usage or shared travel |
| Travel insurance | 0–300 | Optional coverage |
| Parking | 400–600 | At public grounds, malls, or celebration sites |
| Accommodation | 2,800–3,200 | 1–2 night hotel stays |
| Total (Travel) | 9,500–11,800 |
🕉️ Category: Puja Items
Sub-category Breakdown
| Sub-category | Estimated Amount (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Idols & kalash | 700–900 | Small deity statues or puja kalash |
| Puja thali & samagri | 900–1,100 | Holika Dahan items, puja essentials |
| Flowers & incense | 800–1,000 | Fresh flowers, agarbatti, dhoop sticks |
| Total (Puja Items) | 2,400–3,000 |
💰 Grand Total Estimated Budget
₹44,500–55,300
💡 Tips for Holi Festival Celebration
Celebration Ideas & Suggestions
- Use Herbal Colors: Always go for eco-friendly, skin-safe colors to avoid rashes or harm.
- Water Conservation: Try playing a dry Holi or reuse water wisely with small buckets instead of continuous flow.
- Dress Smart: Wear comfortable white cotton clothes, preferably old ones, that you don’t mind staining.
- Secure Your Space: Cover furniture, floors, and electronics before celebrations to prevent color damage.
- Pre-Holi Skin Care: Apply oil or moisturizer to your skin and hair to prevent colors from sticking.
- First-Aid Ready: Keep a basic first-aid kit for any allergic reaction, cuts, or eye irritation.
- Sweeten the Day: Home-made gujiyas and Thandai always win hearts—plan a sweet-making session!
- Respect Boundaries: Not everyone enjoys colors—celebrate respectfully and avoid forced participation.
- Involve Community: Organize small events or rangoli contests in your neighborhood.
- Capture Colorful Moments: Use waterproof phone covers or disposable cameras to document the fun!
