Write a speech in 150-200 words that you will deliver in the morning assembly of your school, describing why Holi is played and how it should be played.

Good morning, friends

As you know Holi is around the corner, I wish to talk to you on the importance of Holi and how it should be played. Holi, known as the ‘festival of colours is celebrated on the full moon day falling in the month of Phalguna (Feb-Mar). Various colours and water are thrown on each other, amidst loud music, drums etc. to celebrate Holi. Holi also signifies a victory of good over evil. It is believed that Lord Krishna used to celebrate Holi with colours and hence popularized the same. Earlier, Holi colours used to be made from flowers of tesu’ or ‘palash’ tree. The colours used to be very good for the skin as no chemicals were used to make them. Kindly do not use chemical colours this Holi. Also colours should not be used on those who do not wish to be coloured. Often fights and misbehaviour erupt when we forget to respect others wishes and force others to join in the boisterous and rough ways of playing Holi. I urge you to celebrate Holi in a healthy and happy way.