![]() (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on 02:13 PM IST. Not only does this show progressive thinking but kindness as well. However, soon, as the times changed, all kinds of women, whether married, widowed, transgender individuals or sex worker, nobody can be barred from playing with Sindoor. ![]() Initially, unmarried women and widows were barred from participating in the ritual. On this day, petty issues between neighbours and relatives are forgotten. Women seek blessings on this day for her husband and family. It reflects the strength of women and how she can in no time turn into Maa Durga when it comes to protecting her family from evil. Sindur Khela signifies the power of womanhood. The tradition initially starts with paying respects to Maa Durga and in no time turns into a fun game of Holi where women begin to smear each other's faces with vermilion. ![]() Sindoor Khela is also a way of sharing Goddess Durga's blessing with each other. The idea is to wish each other good fortune and happy married life. ![]()
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