Bhubaneswar: The Festival of Colours – Holi, is celebrated each year with much excitement but the colours can be incredibly toxic for the human skin, especially the eyes. The festival also involves close proximity in large gatherings, which is a perfect recipe for the spread of Covid.
Amid the pandemic, the excitement for this festival will remain synonymous with happiness, but a little bit of caution can help many. Here are some steps you should take to ensure a truly ‘Happy Holi’:
- Apply oil on your body before playing Holi.
- Use colours made from natural ingredients as much as possible.
- Keep the first aid kit ready for any emergencies.
- After playing Holi, keep a bath ready rinse off the colours immediately.
- Don’t apply colors in the area near to eyes, nose, mouth and open wounds.
- Don’t allow kids to drop water balloons at each other.
- Never use kerosene to remove colours.
- Unvaccinated children and senior citizens susceptible to complications should avoid playing Holi.
