Haldi Kunku is a gathering of women in Maharashtra, held around Sankranti and Chaitra Gauri, where haldi and kumkum are exchanged. This 2 ft Haldi Kunku rangoli has a lotus, a kalash and two bowls of haldi and kumkum. It takes about 35 minutes.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1
Draw a lotus in the centre with a kalash on top.
Step 2
Draw two small round bowls in front, one on each side.
Step 3
Fill one bowl with real haldi (yellow) and the other with kumkum (red).
Step 4
Fill the lotus pink, the kalash yellow, add green leaves and a white border of dots.
Tips
- Use real haldi and kumkum in the bowls for an authentic look.
Frequently asked questions
What is Haldi Kunku?
A Maharashtrian gathering where married women exchange haldi, kumkum and small gifts.
