Pics: Lathmar Holi Celebration Kicks Off In Mathrua's Barsana

According to District Magistrate Shailendra Singh, the lathmar Holi was celebrated in Mathura's Barsana under heavy security and ambulances on standby to tend to the wounded.

The famed 'lathmar' Holi of Mathura began on Monday with much fanfare and no case of injuries among men, who undergo a ritual beating by women during its course.

According to District Magistrate Shailendra Singh, the lathmar Holi was celebrated in Mathura's Barsana under heavy security and ambulances on standby to tend to the wounded.

"No untoward incident took place despite the presence of several lakh pilgrims," the District magistrate said.